
Homes for Rent in the Kendall Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (3,367 Rentals)


181 Charles St, Unit 1

159 5th St, Unit .5

150 5th St, Unit #1

150 5th St, Unit 1

216 Hurley St

10 Rogers St

108 2nd St

76 Thorndike St, Unit 1A

80 Sciarappa St
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11 Berkshire St

23 Berkshire St, Unit #2

19 Berkshire St

218 Thorndike St, Unit 207

70 5th St, Unit #1

95 Third St

12 Marney St

14 Market St, Unit 2##

367 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Unit #2
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208 Windsor St

536 Cambridge St, Unit 3

30 Portsmouth St, Unit 3r

32 Portsmouth St, Unit 1L

52 Portsmouth St, Unit 1

10 Fulkerson St, Unit 2R

252 Windsor St, Unit 3

341 Cambridge St, Unit 2

118 Berkshire St

120 Berkshire St
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339 Cambridge St, Unit 2

122 Berkshire St, Unit 3B

122 Berkshire St, Unit 5

128 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry Street

27 Lambert St, Unit 1L

10 7th St, Unit 10

27 Lambert St, Unit 3R

15 Boardman St, Unit 2

315 Windsor St

315 Windsor St
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142 Berkshire St

150 Cambridge St, Unit A303

67 Gore St

335 Windsor St, Unit 337

23 Pine St, Unit 2##

152 Columbia St, Unit 2L

3 Jefferson St, Unit 2

135 Columbia St, Unit 1L

238 Columbia St, Unit 3

200 Harvard St
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Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kendall Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,149 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,223 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,793 | $1,310 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,287 | $1,130 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,172 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,655 | $1,580 | $1,730 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Kendall Square?
There are currently 5128 Apartments for Rent in Kendall Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $25,615. There are also 3370 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kendall Square ranging from $1,130 to $99,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kendall Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kendall Square ranges from $1,130 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,848.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kendall Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kendall Square range from $1,300 to $20,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,230 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,310 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.
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