
Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA Under $500 (2 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,671 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,131 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,771 | $375 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,212 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,015 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,079 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,880 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
72 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
How much are Studio apartments in Cambridge?
There are currently 2,597 Studio Apartments in Cambridge with rent ranges from $900 to $20,000 with an average price of $2,671.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Cambridge Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Cambridge ranges from $850 to $29,690 with an average monthly rent of $3,131.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cambridge range from $375 to $35,985. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,771.
How expensive are Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 3,698 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $45,000 - averaging $4,212 for the location.
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