Apartments for Rent in the East Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (1,195 Rentals)

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet 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.

Getting Around the East Cambridge Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

76 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?

There are currently 144 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $1,850 to $8,297 with an average price of $3,141.

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 $1,700 to $13,835 with an average monthly rent of $3,890.

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 $2,000 to $15,731. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,351.

How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 299 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,900 to $17,085 - averaging $4,341 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.