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Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
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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 | $4,229 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,077 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,745 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,939 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,287 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| Kendall Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,742 | $1,680 | $1,830 |
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Cheapest Available Kendall Square Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kendall Square area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ priced from $1,700. 35 @ EightSixty has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,737. Here are the most affordable Kendall Square apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
| 21 Euston | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kendall Square, MA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kendall Square area is the $0.03 price per square foot 80 Phillips Model at 80 Phillips, Unit 5 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Kendall Square apartment is the 64 Prince St Model at 64 Prince St, Unit 2 starting at $3,450 with a $0.03 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kendall Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 Phillips, Unit 5 | 80 Phillips | 2BR,1BA | $0.03 |
| 64 Prince St, Unit 2 | 64 Prince St | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.03 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1067 Beacon St, Unit 3 | 1067 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 | 81 Saint Botolph St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 1050 Beacon St, Unit 3 | 1050 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 30 Peterborough St, Unit D | 30 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 35 Queensberry St, Unit 5 | 35 Queensberry St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kendall Square range from $875 to $18,164, 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 $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.
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