
Homes for Rent in the East Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (246 Rentals)


17 Otis St, Unit 503

67 Gore St, Unit 2R

76 Thorndike St, Unit 1A

108 2nd St

80 Sciarappa St

341 Cambridge St, Unit 2

216 Hurley St

70 5th St, Unit #1

262 Monsignor Obrien Hwy, Unit 405
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150 5th St, Unit 1

10 Rogers St

159 5th St, Unit .5

10 Museum Way, Unit 1824

19 7th St

10 7th St, Unit 10

27 Lambert St, Unit 1L

27 Lambert St, Unit 3R

218 Thorndike St, Unit 207

3 Jefferson St, Unit 2
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120 Berkshire St

12 Marney St

142 Berkshire St

48 Porter St, Unit 1

122 Berkshire St, Unit 5

118 Berkshire St

19 Berkshire St

11 Berkshire St

32 Portsmouth St, Unit 1L

30 Portsmouth St, Unit 3r
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52 Portsmouth St, Unit 1

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88 Ames St, Unit SI FL16-ID44

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88 Ames St, Unit SI FL14-ID39

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88 Ames St, Unit SI FL17-ID36

48 Porter St, Unit #3

100 Memorial Dr, Unit #0516C

110 Second St, Unit #PH02

100 Memorial Dr, Unit #0825C

100 Memorial Dr, Unit #1116C

124 Berkshire St, Unit 4
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21 Charles St, Unit SI FL2-ID918

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2 Leighton St, Unit SI FL4-ID6450A

89 Webster Ave, Unit 3

334 Harvard St, Unit c1

118 Otis St, Unit #1

122 Berkshire St, Unit #2

122 Berkshire St, Unit #3

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16 Broadway-SI ID1596478P, Unit SI ID1596478P

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16 Broadway-SI ID1596478P, Unit SI ID1596478P

38 Jefferson St, Unit 3
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,048 | $2,750 | $8,095 |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,461 | $1,310 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,526 | $1,410 | $6,500 |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| East Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,745 | $1,730 | $1,760 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge
What type of rentals are currently available in East Cambridge?
There are currently 597 Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $20,146. There are also 246 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Cambridge ranging from $1,310 to $10,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Cambridge?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Cambridge ranges from $1,310 to $10,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,939.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Cambridge?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Cambridge range from $1,300 to $8,930, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,310 to $10,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,410 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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