
Apartments for Rent in the East Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (750 Rentals)


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Axiom

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Elevate

Kendall Crossing Apartments

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Vivo

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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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AVA North Point

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Twenty|20

3 Palermo St

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158 Otis St, Unit 1

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161 Otis St, Unit B

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68 Gore St, Unit 3

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12 4th Street Pl, Unit 2
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150 5th St, Unit 1

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33 Jefferson St

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145 Willow St, Unit 2

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202 Hurley St, Unit 1

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98 Berkshire St, Unit 3 (2B)

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35 Jefferson St, Unit B3

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5 Marcella St, Unit B1

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35 Jefferson St, Unit R3

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38 Jefferson St, Unit B3

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161 Otis St, Unit 1
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38 Jefferson St, Unit R3

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166 5th St

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67 Gore St, Unit 2F

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150 5th St, Unit 1

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102 Willow St, Unit 2

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52 Portsmouth St, Unit 1

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341 Cambridge St, Unit 2

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12 7th St, Unit 6R

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12 4th Street Pl, Unit 2

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12 7th St, Unit 6T
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67 Gore St, Unit 1B

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108 2nd St, Unit 109

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75 Gore St, Unit #1

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202 Hurley St, Unit 1

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33 Jefferson St, Unit 3R

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87 3rd St, Unit 1

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67 Gore St

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121 Webster Ave, Unit 4

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8 7th St, Unit 8-2M

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10 7th St, Unit 10M
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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 | $3,063 | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,754 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,575 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,596 | $1,300 | $9,358 |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,361 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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, August 13, 2026, there are currently 750 available East Cambridge apartments priced from $925 to $20,818, with an average monthly rent of $4,106.
How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?
There are currently 171 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $2,000 to $5,000 with an average price of $3,063.
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 $925 to $11,502 with an average monthly rent of $3,754.
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 $2,450 to $20,818. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,575.
How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 131 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $9,358 - averaging $4,596 for the location.
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