
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Kendall Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (155 Rentals)
Apartments in the Kendall Square area of Cambridge with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


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Flats on First

CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities

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Chroma

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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Watermark Kendall West

Longfellow Apartments

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Prism

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Church Corner

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929 Mass
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Axiom

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100 Memorial Drive

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Elevate

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Market Central

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Watermark Kendall East

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AVA North Point

Chapman Arms

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Forest Court

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Twenty|20

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334 Harvard Street
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202 Hurley St, Unit 202 Hurley Street, Unit 202 Hurley Street

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200 Harvard St

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56 Portsmouth St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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231 Harvard St, Unit 6, Unit 6

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70 Gore St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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56 Portsmouth St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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1293 Cambridge St, Unit 3L, Unit 3L

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376 Prospect St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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270 Broadway, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1 Gray St
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33 Brookline St

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120 Berkshire St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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183 River St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1 Langdon Sq

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3 Chauncy St, Unit 17, Unit 17

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128 Pine St, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Bon

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Harborview at the Navy Yard

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Verge Residences

Pelham Hall
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Union 346

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Verra

Dexter Park

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Avalon North Station

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St. Germain Apartments

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Landmark Square Apartments

62 on the Park

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West Square Apartments

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The Viridian

100 Hemenway
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 | $2,673 | $868 | $7,220 |
| Kendall Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,118 | $1,820 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,922 | $1,295 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,740 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,937 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,689 | $5,940 | $10,000+ |
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Top Cambridge Apartments in the Kendall Square Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 04-27-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Kendall Square, MA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
136 & 138 Highland Avenue
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for leases beginning May 1st or earlier. One month free or broker fee paid for leases beginning September 1st or earlier. Ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 04-28-2026
Forest Court
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for leases beginning May 1st or earlier. One month free or broker fee paid for leases beginning September 1st or earlier. Ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 04-28-2026
461 Massachusetts Avenue
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for leases beginning May 1st or earlier. One month free or broker fee paid for leases beginning September 1st or earlier. Ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 04-28-2026
The Baldwin
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for leases beginning May 1st or earlier. One month free or broker fee paid for leases beginning September 1st or earlier. Ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 04-28-2026
The Towers at Longfellow
Up to 1/2 a Month Free on Select Apartments! New residents only - transfers excluded [Offer good thru Apr 30, 2026]Expires 04-28-2026
Watermark Kendall West
Steps from work, transit, and Kendall Square living.Expires 04-28-2026
Verra
Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent! Plus, look & lease within 48 hours to receive an additional $1,000 base rent credit. Min. lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 04-28-2026
Babcock Tower
Now offering One Month FREE! | Conditions apply, contact us to learn more.Expires 04-28-2026
Avalon North Station
* Apply by 4/30 for $500 off! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 04-28-2026
22 Fleet St
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for leases beginning May 1st or earlier. One month free or broker fee paid for leases beginning September 1st or earlier. Ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 04-28-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Kendall Square, MA
Specials updated: 04-27-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Kendall Square, MA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Westland Ave. Apartments
No Broker Fee!Expires 08-31-2026
Cambridge Ivy Inn
Everything Included, no fees! Offcampus Housing for students! Please send us an email for fastest response time.Expires 05-01-2031
The Clearway Apartments
Now leasing for 6/1 or 9/1Expires 05-30-2026
Westland & Hemenway Apartments
All apartments have NO BROKER FEEExpires 06-01-2026
Verge Residences
1 Month Free on Select Units!Expires 06-01-2026
Clearway Apartments
All apartments have NO BROKER FEEExpires 08-31-2026
97 Myrtle St
No broker feesExpires 09-01-2026
57 Westland Ave
No boker fees.Expires 06-01-2026
45 Westland Ave
NO BROKER FEESExpires 06-02-2026
103 Hemenway St
all units include NO BROKER FEE!Expires 02-01-2031
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Kendall Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Kendall Square?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Kendall Square is at 76 Perkins St listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Kendall Square Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Kendall Square is $4,559.
What is the largest Rent Specials Kendall Square Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Kendall Square is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $7,000 at 183 River St, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Kendall Square Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Kendall Square is currently at 935 sq ft.
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