
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Kendall Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (2,934 Rentals)


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Flats on First

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Proto Kendall Square

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Chroma

Kendall Crossing Apartments

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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One65 Main

808-812 Memorial Drive II

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Watermark Kendall West
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Prism

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Vivo

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The Residences of University Park

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929 Mass

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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Axiom

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100 Memorial Drive

Harvard Towers

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Elevate
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Lofts at Kendall Square

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Third Square

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Market Central

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Watermark Kendall East

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AVA North Point

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Chapman Arms

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524 Putnam Ave

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334 Harvard Street

Brattle Arms Apartments

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22 Hews St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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22 8th St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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87 3rd St, Unit #3, Unit #3

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113 Willow St, Unit 03B, Unit 03B

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77 Norfolk St, Unit R, Unit R

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10 Fulkerson St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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1172 Massachusetts Ave

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29 JFK St, Unit 4, Unit 4

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153 5th St, Unit 1B, Unit 1B

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136 Inman St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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99 Hancock St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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61 Market St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1648 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 54, Unit 54

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6 Beech St

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27 Chauncy St, Unit 12, Unit 12

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17 Forest St, Unit 21, Unit 21
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Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kendall Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall Square Studio Apartments | $2,657 | $868 | $7,154 |
Kendall Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,321 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,138 | $1,820 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,929 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,929 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,491 | $5,940 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Kendall Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Kendall Square area of Boston, MA is found at Avenir and is listed at 1,481 square feet priced from $4,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Avenir | 1 Bedroom ZZ | 1,481 Sq Ft | $4,675 |
| The Lofts at Atlantic Wharf | 1 Bed/2 Bath-a20g | 1,330 Sq Ft | $7,500 |
| 275 Medford | 04 | 1,160 Sq Ft | $3,470 |
| The Towers at Longfellow | Longfellow One Bedroom -B | 1,010 Sq Ft | $3,315 |
| Elevate | Design 1R Premier | 989 Sq Ft | $4,079 |
| Watermark Kendall West | A10R | 974 Sq Ft | $4,735 |
| One Canal | Friend with Den | 961 Sq Ft | $4,687 |
| The Arlington | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 680 Sq Ft | $4,180 |
| West Square Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 630 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| CHR Coolidge Corner Communities | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 357 Sq Ft | $2,305 |
Cheapest Available Kendall Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,517 |
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Kendall Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Kendall Square with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Kendall Square is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Kendall Square Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Kendall Square is $3,321.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Kendall Square Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Kendall Square is a 1,481 square feet unit starting from $4,675 at Avenir.
What is the average size for Kendall Square 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Kendall Square is currently 1,393 sq ft.
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