
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avon Hill Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $900 (22 Rentals)
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79 Harvey St

2534 Massachusetts Ave

Briston Arms Apartments

3 Cedar Square

5 Haskell St

99 Upland Rd
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5 Concord Ave

Finch Cambridge

1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave

Craigie Arms

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26 Ellington Rd

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90 Chandler St, Unit 1

805 Mount Auburn St
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24 Park Ave

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73 Cameron Ave, Unit 1

97 College Ave

Davis Building

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29 Cameron Ave

29 Cameron Ave, Unit B

19 Cameron Ave
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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 | $2,600 | $1,450 | $3,600 |
| Avon Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $1,500 | $5,219 |
| Avon Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,826 | $1,799 | $6,271 |
| Avon Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,217 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Avon Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,368 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
| Avon Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,235 | $5,000 | $9,836 |
| Avon Hill 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,260 | $6,700 | $10,000+ |
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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. 5 Concord Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. 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 |
| 5 Concord Ave | SD | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Davis Building | Studio + | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Chester Street Apartments | Studio 380sf 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avon Hill, MA
As of June 11, 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 1M 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 1M | 83 Yorktown St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 139 Oxford St, Unit 12 | 139 Oxford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 60 Walden St, Unit 2 | 60 Walden St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 12 Claremon St, Unit #1 | 12 Claremon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 12 Hancock St, Unit #12-14 unit 3 | 12 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 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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Pet Friendly LifestyleAvon Hill, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #11
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 $2,650 at Davis Building.
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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