
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Kendall Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (551 Rentals)
Apartments in the Kendall Square area of Cambridge with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Chroma

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Elevate

Lofts at Kendall Square

Kendall Crossing Apartments

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Third Square

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Zinc

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One65 Main

808-812 Memorial Drive II

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Watermark Kendall West
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Market Central

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Proto Kendall Square

AVA North Point

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Church Corner

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929 Mass

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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100 Memorial Drive

784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments

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Watermark Kendall East

Central Square LLC( Residential)
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Twenty20

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Garrison Square

The Bon

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345 Harrison

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Harborview at the Navy Yard

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VIA Seaport Residences

Pelham Hall

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Verra

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Idyl

Dexter Park
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Bower

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The Harlo

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Alcott

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Pierce Boston

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J VUE at the LMA

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Troy Boston

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James and Harrison Court

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Van Ness

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West Square Apartments

660 Washington
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Mission Main

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The Towers at Longfellow

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Emerson Place

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The Smith

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Avalon North Station

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Fenway Triangle

The Guild

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The Residences on Broadway

The Greenhouse Apartments

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Mezzo Design Lofts
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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 | $2,748 | $1,675 | $8,267 |
| Kendall Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,297 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,010 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,762 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,771 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,298 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,566 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKendall Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #22
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Kendall Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
75 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kendall Square
How much are Studio apartments in Kendall Square?
There are currently 1,808 Studio Apartments in Kendall Square with rent ranges from $1,448 to $8,267 with an average price of $5,207.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Kendall Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Kendall Square ranges from $1,100 to $15,506 with an average monthly rent of $3,297.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Kendall Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Kendall Square range from $2,000 to $16,993. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,010.
How expensive are Kendall Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,174 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Kendall Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $14,500 - averaging $4,762 for the location.
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