Apartments for Rent by Owner in the Cambridge Highlands Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (22 Rentals)

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3 Field St, Unit 3
$12,000
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$12,000

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3 Field St, Unit 3

3 Field StCambridge, MA 02138
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2572 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2
$3,950
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$3,950

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2572 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2

2572 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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99 Kidder Ave, Unit #1
$3,800
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$3,800

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$3,800
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1, 2026

99 Kidder Ave, Unit #1

99 Kidder AveSomerville, MA 02144
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31 Lawrence St, Unit 31
$3,250
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$3,250

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$3,250
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31 Lawrence St, Unit 31

31 Lawrence StWatertown, MA 02472
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4 Chauncey Street, Unit 4
$4,500
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$4,500

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$4,500
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4 Chauncey Street, Unit 4

4 Chauncey StreetWatertown, MA 02472
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41 Brimmer St, Unit 41
$2,850
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$2,850

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$2,850
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 1, 2026

41 Brimmer St, Unit 41

41 Brimmer StWatertown, MA 02472
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35 Cameron Ave
$4,800
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$4,800

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$4,800
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35 Cameron Ave

35 Cameron AveSomerville, MA 02144
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61 Quincy St, Unit 2
$2,750
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$2,750

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$2,750
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1, 2026

61 Quincy St, Unit 2

61 Quincy StMedford, MA 02155
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872 Broadway, Unit 205
$2,300
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$2,300

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$2,300
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872 Broadway, Unit 205

872 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02144
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131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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131 Josephine Ave, Unit 2

131 Josephine AveSomerville, MA 02144
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #20

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Cambridge Highlands Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Cambridge Highlands?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Cambridge Highlands is at 2218 Mystic Valley Pky, Unit #1 listed at $1,350.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Cambridge Highlands Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Cambridge Highlands is $3,783.

What is the largest For rent By Owner Cambridge Highlands Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge Highlands is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $3,950 at 2572 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2.

What is the average size for Cambridge Highlands For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Cambridge Highlands is currently at 2,098 sq ft.

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