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146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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157 Hamilton St, Unit 2
157 Hamilton StCambridge, MA 02139
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524 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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189 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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524 Putnam Ave, Unit 1
524 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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524 Putnam Ave, Unit #1
524 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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68 Allston St, Unit 1
68 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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187 Brookline St, Unit #3
187 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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117 Auburn St
117 Auburn StCambridge, MA 02139
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The Residences of University Park
91 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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6 Chestnut StCambridge, MA 02139
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23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1
23 Kelly RdCambridge, MA 02139
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60 Magazine St, Unit B
60 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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13 Speridakis Ter, Unit 2
13 Speridakis TerCambridge, MA 02139
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36 Speridakis Ter, Unit 1
36 Speridakis TerCambridge, MA 02139
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66 Pleasant StCambridge, MA 02139
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23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1
23 Kelly RdCambridge, MA 02139
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19 Speridakis Ter, Unit 19
19 Speridakis TerCambridge, MA 02139
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171 Erie St
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Pacific Street Apartments
119 Pacific 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 | $3,333 | $3,333 | $3,333 |
| MIT 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,793 | $1,800 | $7,178 |
| MIT 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,855 | $3,295 | $7,960 |
| MIT 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,825 | $4,000 | $7,995 |
| 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 1 Bed unit found at 524 Putnam Ave priced from $2,600. Chroma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,333. Here are the most affordable MIT apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 524 Putnam Ave | C | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Chroma | Teal | Studio,1BA | $3,333 |
| Auburn Court | 2 Bed Flat | 1BR,1BA | $3,500 |
| Pacific Street Apartments | 2 bedroom, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the MIT area is the $0.41 price per square foot 23 Kelly Rd Model at 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value MIT apartment is the 23 Kelly Rd Model at 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 starting at $4,500 with a $0.45 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 | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.41 |
| 23 Kelly Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Kelly Rd | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| 6 Chestnut St | 6 Chestnut St | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 296 Brookline St, Unit 1 | 296 Brookline St | 3BR,2BA | $3.43 |
| 66 Pleasant St, Unit 2 | 66 Pleasant St | 4BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 36 Speridakis Ter, Unit 1 | 36 Speridakis Ter | 3BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 13 Speridakis Ter, Unit 2 | 13 Speridakis Ter | 3BR,2BA | $3.96 |
| 157 Hamilton St, Unit 2 | 157 Hamilton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 117 Auburn St | 117 Auburn St | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| 146 Allston St | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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