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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the MIT Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,600 (13 Rentals)
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$2,900
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23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1
23 Kelly RdCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,295
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68 Allston St, Unit #1
68 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,295
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68 Allston St, Unit 1
68 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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Auburn Court
One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,345 - $26,891
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Chroma
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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240 Sidney St
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21 Kelly Rd
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$3,550
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117 Auburn St
117 Auburn StCambridge, MA 02139
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524 Putnam Ave
524 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
262 Sidney St
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55 Magazine St
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MIT, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in MIT?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIT Studio Apartments | $3,345 | $3,345 | $3,345 |
| MIT 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,337 | $2,900 | $7,249 |
| MIT 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,367 | $3,295 | $6,550 |
| MIT 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,746 | $4,000 | $6,495 |
| MIT 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available MIT Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the MIT area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Chroma priced from $3,345. Auburn Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,500. Here are the most affordable MIT apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chroma | Teal | Studio,1BA | $3,345 |
| Auburn Court | 2 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $3,500 |
| The Residences of University Park | 91 Sidney - 1D | 1BR,1BA | $3,920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the MIT area is the $0.38 price per square foot 23 Kelly Rd Model at 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value MIT apartment is the 23 Kelly Rd Model at 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 starting at $4,100 with a $0.41 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for MIT apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.41 |
| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| 281 Brookline St, Unit 1 | 281 Brookline St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.25 |
| 281 Brookline St, Unit 1 | 281 Brookline St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.43 |
| 281 Brookline St, Unit 1 | 281 Brookline St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.17 |
| 66 Pleasant St, Unit 2 | 66 Pleasant St | 3BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 36 Speridakis Ter, Unit 1 | 36 Speridakis Ter | 3BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 117 Auburn St | 117 Auburn St | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 80 Magazine St, Unit 62 | 80 Magazine St | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap MIT Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom MIT Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom MIT Apartment is $3,500 at Auburn Court.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in MIT is starting from $4,945 at Chroma.
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