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474 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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105 Brookline St, Unit 1
105 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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6 Watson St, Unit #2R
6 Watson StCambridge, MA 02139
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240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
100 Magazine St, Unit 2
100 Magazine St
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129 Franklin St
129 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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302 Brookline St, Unit 302
302 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowChroma
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1
23 Kelly RdCambridge, MA 02139
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66 Pleasant StCambridge, MA 02139
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64 Pleasant StCambridge, MA 02139
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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 | $3,166 | $2,863 | $3,800 |
| MIT 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,327 | $1,800 | $4,595 |
| MIT 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,621 | $2,650 | $4,950 |
| MIT 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,465 | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| MIT 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,150 | $4,000 | $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 $2,863. Pacific Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,143. Here are the most affordable MIT apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chroma | Teal | Studio,1BA | $2,863 |
| Pacific Street Apartments | 2 bedroom, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,143 |
| The Residences of University Park | 91 Sidney - 1A Renovation 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,448 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the MIT area is the $0.30 price per square foot 23 Kelly Rd Model at 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value MIT apartment is the 23 Kelly Rd Model at 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 starting at $3,500 with a $0.35 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.35 |
| 6 Watson St, Unit #2R | 6 Watson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 95 Allston St, Unit 2 | 95 Allston St | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 6 Chestnut St | 6 Chestnut St | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 105 Chestnut St, Unit 3 | 105 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 279 Pearl St, Unit 2L | 279 Pearl St | 3BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 105 Brookline St, Unit 1 | 105 Brookline St | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 146 Allston St | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap MIT Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in MIT?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in MIT is under $3,448.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in MIT?
The cheapest apartment in MIT is Chroma which is listed at $3,372, while the average apartment in MIT costs $5,150.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in MIT?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in MIT that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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