Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Inman Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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179 Prospect St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

179 Prospect St

179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

279 Harvard St

279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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63 Inman Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

63 Inman Street

63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139

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Inman Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Inman Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park 151S1 - StudioStudio,1BA$2,580

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Inman Square, MA

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Inman Square area is the $0.32 price per square foot 287 Harvard St Model at 287 Harvard St, Unit 19 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Inman Square apartment is the 287 Harvard St Model at 287 Harvard St, Unit 19 starting at $3,200 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Inman Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
287 Harvard St, Unit 19287 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.32
287 Harvard St, Unit 19287 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.32
2 Hampshire Ct, Unit 22 Hampshire Ct2BR,1BA$0.33
161 Hampshire St, Unit 3161 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25
269 Harvard St, Unit 1269 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.29
291 Elm St, Unit 2291 Elm St3BR,1BA$0.38
291 Elm St, Unit 2291 Elm St3BR,1BA$0.38
137 Hampshire St, Unit #3137 Hampshire St2BR,1BA$0.35
291 Elm St, Unit 2291 Elm St3BR,1BA$0.37
80 Hampshire St, Unit 6A80 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Inman Square, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Inman Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

79 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Inman Square Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Inman Square?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Inman Square is under $2,580.

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