Cheap Homes for Rent in East Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (37 Rentals)

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property at 67 Gore St

67 Gore St, Unit 1F

67 Gore St
CambridgeMA02141
property at 57 West Cedar St

57 West Cedar St, Unit 2

57 West Cedar St
BostonMA02114
property at 10 Fulkerson St

10 Fulkerson St, Unit St

10 Fulkerson St
CambridgeMA02141
property at 23 Temple St

23 Temple St, Unit 1

23 Temple St
BostonMA02114
property at 32 Irving St

32 Irving St, Unit 1

32 Irving St
BostonMA02114
property at 46 Anderson St

46 Anderson St

BostonMA02114
property at 38 Anderson St

38 Anderson St, Unit 2

38 Anderson St
BostonMA02114
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East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Cambridge Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cambridge area is the $0.21 price per square foot 54 S Russell St Model at 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value East Cambridge apartment is the 58 S Russell St Model at 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
54 S Russell St, Unit 654 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
43 Anderson St, Unit 143 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
40 Anderson St, Unit 540 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
42 S Russell St, Unit 342 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
66 Phillips St, Unit A66 Phillips StStudio ,1BA$0.21
36 S Russell St, Unit 336 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
50 S Russell St, Unit 350 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.21
11 Anderson St, Unit 211 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.22

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East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in East Cambridge?

There are currently 832 Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $30,725. There are also 467 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Cambridge ranging from $1,000 to $16,500.

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 $1,000 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,354.

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 $2,550 to $10,934, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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