
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mid Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (21 Rentals)
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Longfellow Apartments

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48 Kirkland St, Unit 5

287 Harvard St

48 Kirkland St, Unit #5

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Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community

25 Magee St
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5 Elmer St

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1210 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 23

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12 Mt Auburn St, Unit 6

12 Mt Auburn St, Unit #6

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9 Ellery Street, Unit Apartment 45

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22 Banks St, Unit #B
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368 Broadway, Unit 2R

179 Prospect St

279 Harvard St

Putnam Manor

63 Inman Street

29 Ware St @ Harvard Yard

77 Trowbridge St
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Mid Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mid Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,445 | $2,075 | $2,950 |
| Mid Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $1,650 | $5,625 |
| Mid Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,909 | $2,500 | $7,266 |
| Mid Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,561 | $3,200 | $9,081 |
| Mid Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,029 | $3,600 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mid Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available Mid Cambridge Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longfellow Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
| Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid Cambridge, MA
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid Cambridge area is the $0.36 price per square foot 13 Pleasant St Model at 13 Pleasant St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Mid Cambridge apartment is the 1168 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1168 Massachusetts Ave starting at $2,650 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mid Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Pleasant St, Unit 2 | 13 Pleasant St | 2BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 1168 Massachusetts Ave | 1168 Massachusetts Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 434 Franklin St, Unit #1 | 434 Franklin St | 1BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 287 Harvard St, Unit 19 | 287 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 33 Inman St, Unit 3 | 33 Inman St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 720 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 1 Ashburton Pl, Unit 2 | 1 Ashburton Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 4 Belvidere Pl, Unit #2 -1 | 4 Belvidere Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.34 |
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Best Local Schools in Mid Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mid Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mid Cambridge is at Longfellow Apartments listed at $2,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mid Cambridge Apartment is $2,735 at 929 Mass.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mid Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mid Cambridge is starting from $3,435 at The University.
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