
Homes for Rent in Cambridge, MA Under $4,800 (11,141 Rentals)


500 Green St, Unit 500 Green

509 Green St, Unit 2

408 Putnam Ave, Unit R

408 Putnam Ave, Unit R

54 Portsmouth St

342 Allston St, Unit 2

158 Magazine St, Unit 6

507 Green St, Unit 1
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2 Earhart St, Unit 811

10 Sacramento Pl, Unit 3

158 Magazine St, Unit 6

45 Davenport St, Unit 1

509 Green St, Unit 2

216 Columbia St, Unit 1

521 Green St, Unit 2

230 Brookline St, Unit 1
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146 Columbia St, Unit 3L

105 2nd St, Unit PH11

201 Harvard St, Unit 2

23 Berkshire St, Unit 2

202 Harvard St, Unit 2

23 Berkshire St, Unit 2

42 2nd St, Unit 1

235 Brookline St, Unit 1

23 Berkshire St, Unit 2

46 Portsmouth St, Unit 2

54 Portsmouth St, Unit 2

147 Columbia St
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507 Green St, Unit Green St #2

54 Portsmouth St, Unit 2

59 Reed St

413 Washington St

23 Tufts St, Unit 2

75 Spring St, Unit 1

505 Green St, Unit 507-1

71 Spring St, Unit 1
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162 Hampshire St, Unit 3B

507 Green St, Unit 507-1

507 Green St, Unit 507-1

507 Green St, Unit 1

1 Langdon Sq, Unit 4

218 Columbia St

253 Washington St, Unit 1

105 2nd St, Unit PH11

203 Harvard St, Unit Harvard St

162 Columbia St, Unit Columbia St

230 Prospect St, Unit Prospect St

201 Harvard St, Unit Harvard St

21 Sparks St, Unit 3
Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,647 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,439 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,381 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,435 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,646 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,739 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
What type of rentals are currently available in Cambridge?
There are currently 22072 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $50,000. There are also 14544 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cambridge ranging from $920 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 $920 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,731.
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 $28,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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