
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Inman Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
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284 Harvard St
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220 Prospect St, Unit 1

195 Hampshire St, Unit B

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368 Broadway, Unit 2R

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375 Prospect St, Unit 1

1054 Cambridge St, Unit 4F

269 Harvard St, Unit 23
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276 Harvard St

290 Prospect St, Unit #1

1054 Cambridge St, Unit 4f

1054 Cambridge St, Unit 4F

1054 Cambridge St

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220 Prospect St, Unit 1

179 Prospect St
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279 Harvard St

63 Inman Street

1102 Cambridge Street

Squirrelwood Apartments

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Inman Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Inman Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inman Square Studio Apartments | $2,255 | $1,875 | $2,400 |
| Inman Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,760 | $2,305 | $3,095 |
| Inman Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $2,630 | $4,400 |
| Inman Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,504 | $3,600 | $7,500 |
| Inman Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,174 | $4,450 | $7,000 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Inman Square, MA
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Inman Square area is the $0.24 price per square foot 368 Broadway Model at 368 Broadway, Unit 2R in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Inman Square apartment is the 220 Prospect St Model at 220 Prospect St, Unit 1 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 220 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 220 Prospect St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 220 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 220 Prospect St | 3BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | 3BR,1BA | $0.41 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 375 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 375 Prospect St | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 216 Columbia St, Unit #218 | 216 Columbia St | 4BR,2BA | $0.48 |
| 4 Beacon St, Unit #11 - 2 | 4 Beacon St | 3BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| 287 Harvard St, Unit 19 | 287 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 10 Houghton St, Unit 2 | 10 Houghton St | 3BR,1BA | $3.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleInman Square, Cambridge, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
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