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$1,0001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
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Room in Shared 5 bed/3 bath home, Unit A
17 Cummings Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
34 Coolidge Rd
BostonMA02134
16 Glenville Ave
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
50 Dudley St
BostonMA02119
Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
47 Wallingford Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home, Unit I
47 Wallingford Rd
BostonMA02135
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Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
2 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
21 Rossmore St
SomervilleMA02143
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit F
36 Newcastle Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
292 Lincoln St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit D
48 Dudley St
BostonMA02119
18 Bradbury St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home, Unit E
47 Wallingford Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
23 Cummings Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A
490 Washington St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/4 bath home, Unit C
104 Academy Hill Rd
BostonMA02135
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit G
11 Islington St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
292 Lincoln St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
34 Coolidge Rd
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
28 Hunnewell Ave
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
2 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
20 Alcott St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C
61 Putnam Rd
SomervilleMA02145
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
36 Newcastle Rd
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
106 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit C
5 Linden St
BostonMA02134
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Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
106 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit F
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
10 Hubbard Ave
CambridgeMA02140
34 Boston Ave, Unit 2
34 Boston Ave
SomervilleMA02144
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
101 Calumet St
BostonMA02120
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
61 Putnam Rd
SomervilleMA02145
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
1680 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
45 Montcalm Ave
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
11 A Islington St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit E
4 Sparhawk St
BostonMA02135
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Room in Shared 3 bed/1 bath home, Unit B
21 Rossmore St
SomervilleMA02143
Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
106 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A
490 Washington St
BostonMA02135
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit D
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
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5 Linden St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit C
76 Easton St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home, Unit A
34 Coolidge Rd
BostonMA02134
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6 Haskell St
BostonMA02134
Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home, Unit B
45 Montcalm Ave
BostonMA02135
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Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,694 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,380 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,018 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,663 | $1,010 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,454 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,615 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cambridge, MA
Pricing Updated: 06/18/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cambridge, MA area range in price from $800 to $17,635 with an overall median price of $6,686. The three Cambridge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cambridgepark at $2,103, East Cambridge at $1,300, and The Port at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cambridge Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridgepark | $5,595 | $2,103 | 216 |
| East Cambridge | $5,650 | $1,300 | 389 |
| The Port | $5,847 | $1,300 | 130 |
| Aggasiz | $6,425 | $1,717 | 70 |
| North Cambridge | $8,100 | $800 | 161 |
| Harvard University | $8,500 | $1,600 | 124 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $0.20 price per square foot 593 Cambridge St Model at 593 Cambridge St in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 593 Cambridge St | 593 Cambridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 110 Perkins St, Unit 7 | 110 Perkins St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 317 Allston St | 317 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 18 Saint Lukes Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1460 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 22 Highgate St, Unit 1 | 22 Highgate St | Studio ,2BA | $0.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
What type of rentals are currently available in Cambridge?
There are currently 9817 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $26,091. There are also 9070 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cambridge ranging from $1,010 to $35,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cambridge?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cambridge ranges from $1,010 to $35,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,695.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cambridge?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cambridge range from $900 to $25,408, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,075 to $35,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,025 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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