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315 Elm StCambridge, MA 02139
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (31 Rentals)
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175 River St, Unit 2
175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$1,800
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146 Allston St
146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
1691 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
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Studio Apartments Available Now252 Putnam Ave
252 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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12 Mt Auburn St, Unit 6
12 Mt Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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1686 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
472 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now474 Putnam Ave
474 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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Studio Apartments Available Now48 Kirkland St
48 Kirkland StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,050 - $3,850
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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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21 Fayette St, Unit #1
21 Fayette StCambridge, MA 02139
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364 Harvard St, Unit 6
364 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect St
179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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243 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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19 Garden St
19 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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Putnam Manor
16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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63 Inman Street
63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139
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29 Ware St @ Harvard Yard
29 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave
1610-1622 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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1102 Cambridge Street
1100-1108 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139
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Squirrelwood Apartments
261 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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95A Beacon St
95A Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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95 Beacon St, Unit 2
95 Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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17 Quincy St, Unit 2
17 Quincy StSomerville, MA 02143
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4 Webster Ave, Unit 2
4 Webster AveSomerville, MA 02143
4 Webster Ave
SomervilleMA02143
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Kent Street Apartments
32 Kent StSomerville, MA 02143
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Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,879 | $1,900 | $3,800 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,150 | $4,846 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $2,200 | $6,241 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,407 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,257 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,008 | $4,000 | $9,300 |
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Cheapest Available Central Square Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Cambridge Ivy Inn | Room Lodging Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Longfellow Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.22 price per square foot 8 Goodman Rd Model at 8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 5 Elmer St Model at 5 Elmer St, Unit 3T starting at $2,250 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 | 8 Goodman Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 5 Elmer St, Unit 3T | 5 Elmer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 5 Elmer St, Unit 9-3 | 5 Elmer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 375 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 375 Prospect St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 11 Columbus Ave, Unit 1 | 11 Columbus Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 220 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 220 Prospect St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 2 Ware St, Unit 105 | 2 Ware St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 2 Ware St, Unit 105 | 2 Ware St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Square is under $2,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Square?
The cheapest apartment in Central Square is Cambridge Ivy Inn which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Central Square costs $7,142.
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