
Apartments for Rent in the East Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (660 Rentals)


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Flats on First

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Vivo

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Axiom

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Elevate

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Kendall Crossing Apartments

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One65 Main

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Watermark Kendall West

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Prism

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100 Memorial Drive
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Lofts at Kendall Square

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Third Square

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Watermark Kendall East

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Twenty|20

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3 Palermo St

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249 Hurley St, Unit 2

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126 Thorndike St, Unit 1

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103 Sciarappa St, Unit 2

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11 Marcella St, Unit 1B

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8 7th St, Unit 6R
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35 Jefferson St, Unit 3R

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341 Cambridge St, Unit 2

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8 7th St, Unit 6B

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161 Otis St, Unit R

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122 Berkshire St, Unit 3

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202 Hurley St, Unit 1

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126 Thorndike St, Unit 1

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31 Rogers St, Unit #101

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8 7th St, Unit 8

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32 Warren St, Unit 27 Warner St #3
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29 Marney St, Unit 27R

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99 5th St, Unit #1

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67 Gore St, Unit #2R

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68 Gore St, Unit 3

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202 Hurley St, Unit 1

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33 Jefferson St

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166 5th St, Unit 3

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12 4th Street Pl, Unit 2

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108 2nd St, Unit 109

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202 Hurley St, Unit 1
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33 Jefferson St, Unit 3R

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33 Jefferson St, Unit 3A

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91 5th St, Unit 2

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114 Thorndike St, Unit #1

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9 7th St, Unit J

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88 Ames St, Unit SI FL14-ID43

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88 Ames St, Unit SI FL14-ID43

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935 Cambridge St

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64 Plymouth St, Unit 64

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15 Portsmouth St, Unit 3
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East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $3,020 | $2,000 | $4,431 |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,690 | $1,625 | $9,262 |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,692 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,369 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,398 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including East Cambridge, Cambridge, and the greater Cambridge area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the East Cambridge area of Cambridge, MA?
As of today, September 27, 2026, there are currently 660 available East Cambridge apartments priced from $1,300 to $20,146, with an average monthly rent of $4,141.
How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?
There are currently 167 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $2,000 to $4,431 with an average price of $3,020.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Cambridge Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Cambridge ranges from $1,625 to $9,262 with an average monthly rent of $3,690.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Cambridge cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Cambridge range from $2,500 to $20,146. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,692.
How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 121 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $10,215 - averaging $4,369 for the location.
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