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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A
1699 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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2020 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2
2020 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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17 Putnam Ave, Unit room
17 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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1000 Memorial Dr, Unit 2
1000 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
305 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
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237 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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92 Pleasant St, Unit 3
92 Pleasant StCambridge, MA 02139
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBlair Pond Estates
30-32 Normandy AveCambridge, MA 02138
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9-15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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16 Chester St, Unit 2
16 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLongfellow Apartments
1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowChapman Arms
4 University RdCambridge, MA 02138
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8 Allen StCambridge, MA 02140
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8 Allen StCambridge, MA 02140
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1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave
1610-1622 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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68 Willow Ave, Unit 2A
68 Willow AveSomerville, MA 02144
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2218 Mystic Valley Pky, Unit #1
2218 Mystic Valley PkyMedford, MA 02155
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52 West St, Unit #19
52 West StMedford, MA 02155
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now805 Mount Auburn St
805 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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385 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02474
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Arlington Gardens Apartments
130 Everett StArlington, MA 02474
54 Prentiss St
WatertownMA02472
20 Stephenson Aman Street
SomervilleMA02144
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96 Nichols Ave, Unit B
96 Nichols AveWatertown, MA 02472
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14 Garrison Ave, Unit 4
14 Garrison AveSomerville, MA 02144
274 Boston
MedfordMA02155
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Studio Apartments Available Now119 Pleasant St
119 Pleasant StArlington, MA 02476
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Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,695 | $1,100 | $4,032 |
| Cambridge Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,075 | $1,100 | $6,354 |
| Cambridge Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,485 | $1,350 | $8,102 |
| Cambridge Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,926 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Highlands 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,188 | $3,500 | $9,300 |
| Cambridge Highlands 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,315 | $1,199 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Cambridge Highlands Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Blair Pond Estates | Renovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge Highlands, MA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cambridge Highlands area is the $0.22 price per square foot 27 Cameron Ave Model at 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Cambridge Highlands apartment is the 196 Sherman St Model at 196 Sherman St, Unit 2 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B | 27 Cameron Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 196 Sherman St, Unit 2 | 196 Sherman St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 5 Chester St, Unit 15-33 | 5 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 68 Waterhouse St, Unit 2 | 68 Waterhouse St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 380 Western Ave, Unit 22A | 380 Western Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 60 Homer Ave, Unit 1 | 60 Homer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 5 Elmer St, Unit 3T | 5 Elmer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 16 Chester St, Unit 2 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
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Getting Around the Cambridge Highlands Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
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94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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59 / 100
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Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cambridge Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cambridge Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cambridge Highlands is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cambridge Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Cambridge Highlands is Arlington Gardens Apartments which is listed at $2,000, while the average apartment in Cambridge Highlands costs $15,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cambridge Highlands?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 41 regular apartments in Cambridge Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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