
2 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Kendall Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (1,231 Rentals)


103 Sciarappa St, Unit 2

269 Harvard St, Unit 1

8 Bishop Richard Allen Dr

27 Lambert St, Unit 3L

35 Trowbridge St, Unit 5C

1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

885 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 10

16 Upland Rd

45 Trowbridge St, Unit #64
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150 Spring St, Unit 2A

269 Harvard St, Unit 24

82 Kirkland St, Unit 2

290 Prospect St, Unit 1

379 Harvard St, Unit 1

68 Plymouth St, Unit 1

10 Hunting St, Unit 2

881 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 43

11 Story St, Unit 3

503 Franklin St, Unit 3
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68 Allston St, Unit 1

116 Willow St, Unit 116-04

104 Trowbridge St, Unit 4

97 Hancock St, Unit 10

5 Elmer St, Unit 2

434 Franklin St, Unit 3L

333 Harvard St, Unit 4A

164 Putnam Ave, Unit 168

12 Ellery St, Unit 603

183 Columbia St, Unit 203
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881 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 44

31 Henry St, Unit 31##

173 Pleasant St, Unit 1##

36 Portsmouth St, Unit 3

290 Prospect St

5 Newport Rd, Unit T

290 Prospect St

333 Harvard St, Unit 4A

4 Bishop Allen Dr, Unit 2

290 Prospect St
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74 Gore St

291 Elm St

173 Hancock St, Unit 1

164 Putnam Ave, Unit 168

16 Murdock St, Unit 2

16 Ware St, Unit ##

2 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1

1 Arrow St, Unit #105

353 Prospect St, Unit 3

30 Frost St, Unit 1
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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 | $4,017 | $1,610 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,960 | $930 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,015 | $980 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,794 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,444 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,478 | $1,310 | $1,580 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kendall Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Kendall Square?
There are currently 6798 Apartments for Rent in Kendall Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $868 to $28,292. There are also 4655 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kendall Square ranging from $930 to $45,000.
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 $930 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,281.
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 $1,100 to $21,982, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $930 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $990.
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