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

Longfellow Apartments

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720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2

99 Hancock St, Unit #B2

99 Hancock St, Unit B-2

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5 Elmer St
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89-91 Hancock St., Unit 6

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106 Hancock St

27 Magee St

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204 Banks St, Unit #218-7

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22 Banks St, Unit #B

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368 Broadway, Unit 2R
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179 Prospect St

279 Harvard St

Putnam Manor

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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 | $2,477 | $1,875 | $2,950 |
| Mid Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,905 | $1,650 | $4,995 |
| Mid Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,882 | $2,050 | $7,265 |
| Mid Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,797 | $3,200 | $9,900 |
| Mid Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,444 | $4,500 | $7,050 |
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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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mid Cambridge, MA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mid Cambridge area is the $0.27 price per square foot 1168 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1168 Massachusetts Ave in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Mid Cambridge apartment is the 99 Hancock St Model at 99 Hancock St, Unit 2 starting at $3,250 with a $0.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1168 Massachusetts Ave | 1168 Massachusetts Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 99 Hancock St, Unit 2 | 99 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 720 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 224 Banks St, Unit 1 | 224 Banks St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 61 Dana St, Unit #3-9 | 61 Dana St | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 1 Ashburton Pl, Unit 2 | 1 Ashburton Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 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
John M. Tobin Montessori School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mid Cambridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mid Cambridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mid Cambridge is under $2,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mid Cambridge?
The cheapest apartment in Mid Cambridge is 929 Mass which is listed at $2,835, while the average apartment in Mid Cambridge costs $7,500.
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