
Homes for Rent by Owner in Cambridge, MA (87 Rentals)


41 Bowdoin St, Unit 7, Unit 7

50 Follen, Unit #202, Unit #202

1617 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 31, Unit 31

258 Hampshire St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1600 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 408, Unit 408

208 Banks St, Unit 3, Unit 3

42 Jefferson St, Unit 3, Unit 3

30 Cameron Ave

11 Oakland St
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1 Irving Ter

30 Bay St

216 Norfolk St

22 Hingham St

18 Rush St, Unit 2A, Unit 2A

74 Sharon St

67 Marion St, Unit 2, Unit 2

71 Fairbanks St

7 Acorn St

136 Broadway, Unit 3, Unit 3
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1188 Broadway, Unit 407, Unit 407

41 Mason St, Unit Upstairs - Unit 2, Unit Upstairs - Unit 2

31 Dartmouth St, Unit 31, Unit 31

475 Arsenal St

48 Forest St, Unit 106, Unit 106

11 Bowdoin St, Unit 2, Unit 2

81 Bow St

340 Common St, Unit 2, Unit 2

22 Hamilton Rd

183 Kent St, Unit 5, Unit 5
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32 Saint Paul St, Unit 4, Unit 4

54 Dwight St, Unit 5, Unit 5

316 Saint Paul St, Unit 3, Unit 3

60 Egmont St, Unit 5, Unit 5

11 Euston St, Unit 2, Unit 2

58 Brook St

133 Cedar St, Unit Furnished Luxury in Fort Hill, Unit Furnished Luxury in Fort Hill

86 Academy Hill Rd

1665 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 8, Unit 8

22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 5, Unit 5
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1111 Boylston St, Unit 34, Unit 34

15 Colborne Rd, Unit 12, Unit 12

1607 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 22, Unit 22

17 Fairbanks St

64 Charlesgate E, Unit 64, Unit 64

94 West Cedar St, Unit 2, Unit 2

11 Gorham St, Unit 7, Unit 7

118 Riverway, Unit 15, Unit 15

64 Charlesgate E, Unit 69, Unit 69

1 Hull St Ct, Unit 2, Unit 2
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,613 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,145 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,882 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,896 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,327 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
What type of rentals are currently available in Cambridge?
There are currently 12239 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $27,816. There are also 11429 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cambridge ranging from $875 to $45,000.
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 $875 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,888.
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 $1,050 to $27,816, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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