
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avon Hill Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $900 (34 Rentals)
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53 Rindge Ave, Unit 53 Rindge - 3S

Frost Terrace

Briston Arms Apartments

2534 Massachusetts Ave

66 Homer Ave, Unit 112

5 Concord Ave

66 Homer Ave, Unit 301
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2595 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 4

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16 Chester St, Unit 3

66 Homer Ave, Unit 401

9 Chester St, Unit 23

66 Homer Ave, Unit 201

9 Chester St, Unit 3

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5 Chester St, Unit 47

66 Homer Ave, Unit 106
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2574 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

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16 Chauncy St, Unit B

Chester Street Apartments

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10 Chester St

15 Chester St, Unit 21

Finch Cambridge

1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave

Craigie Arms
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132.5 Oxford St

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90 Chandler St, Unit 2

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90 Chandler St, Unit 1

805 Mount Auburn St

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73 Cameron Ave, Unit 1

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96 College Ave, Unit #7

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19 Cameron Ave, Unit B

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94 Morrison Ave, Unit 1
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735 Somerville Ave

119 College Ave
Avon Hill, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avon Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avon Hill Studio Apartments | $2,645 | $1,717 | $3,600 |
| Avon Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,093 | $1,150 | $5,050 |
| Avon Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,840 | $1,799 | $7,350 |
| Avon Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,155 | $1,450 | $6,500 |
| Avon Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,428 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Avon Hill Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available Avon Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avon Hill area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 805 Mount Auburn St priced from $1,850. Tempo Cambridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,440. Here are the most affordable Avon Hill apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Tempo Cambridge | S3.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,440 |
| 5 Concord Ave | 1b1b | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avon Hill, MA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avon Hill area is the $0.29 price per square foot 21 Gibson St Model at 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Avon Hill apartment is the 83 Yorktown St Model at 83 Yorktown St, Unit #1 starting at $3,400 with a $0.34 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avon Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 | 21 Gibson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 83 Yorktown St, Unit #1 | 83 Yorktown St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 55 Bristol Rd, Unit 1 | 55 Bristol Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 24 Ellington Rd | 24 Ellington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 363 Beacon St | 363 Beacon St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 66 Walden St | 66 Walden St | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 19 Ashland St | 19 Ashland St | 3BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 6 White Street Pl, Unit #R | 6 White Street Pl | 2BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 27 Forest St | 27 Forest St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B | 101 Fayerweather St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avon Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Avon Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Avon Hill is at 805 Mount Auburn St listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Avon Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Avon Hill Apartment is $2,700 at 5 Concord Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Avon Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Avon Hill is starting from $2,600 at 805 Mount Auburn St.
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