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21 Charles St
21 Charles StCambridge, MA 02141
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632 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
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$3,985
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 7, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,630
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5 Glassworks Ave
5 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,020
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$2,580
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$440
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1 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,505
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$3,130
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$375
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$3,505
632 Massachusetts Ave
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,815
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$3,440
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$375
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$3,815
285 Third St
285 Third StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,245
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 2, 2028Total Monthly Price
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$3,870
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$4,245
1 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$5,665
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$5,220
Required Monthly Fees
$445
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$5,665
32 Healey St
32 Healey StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,035
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$2,680
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$355
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$3,035
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
1 Leighton St
CambridgeMA02141
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$4,160
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$3,720
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100 Landsdowne St
100 Landsdowne StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,685
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 14, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$4,310
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$375
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$4,685
100 Landsdowne St
100 Landsdowne StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,405
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,030
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$375
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$3,405
929 Massachusetts Ave
929 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,275
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 25, 2028Total Monthly Price
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$3,900
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$375
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$4,275
1 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,505
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,150
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$355
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1 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,475
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$4,030
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$445
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$4,475
25 Marney St
25 Marney StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,895
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 5, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,540
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$355
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$2,895
90 Fawcett St
90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$5,970
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 16, 2029Total Monthly Price
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$5,530
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$440
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1 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$6,105
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$5,660
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$445
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$6,105
15 Marney St
15 Marney StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,855
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 5, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,480
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$3,855
334 Harvard St
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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303 Third St
CambridgeMA02142
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$5,480
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 16, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$5,040
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88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,010
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Studio Apartments Available Feb 2, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,650
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$360
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$3,010
88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,010
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88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,320
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Studio Apartments Available Feb 22, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,960
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88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,630
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$415
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18 Forest St
18 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,235
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,820
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$415
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7 Cameron Ave
7 Cameron AveCambridge, MA 02140
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2 Sherman St
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19 Putnam Ave
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94 Spring St
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155 Prospect St
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83 Winter St
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19 Berkshire St
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6 7th St
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19 Putnam Ave
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256 Hurley St
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166 Auburn St
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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 | $3,571 | $910 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,312 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,009 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,737 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,281 | $730 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,070 | $775 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cambridge?
There are currently 12122 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $375 to $21,989. There are also 7952 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cambridge ranging from $725 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 $725 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,188.
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 $14,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.
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