Cheap Homes for Rent in MIT Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,600 (13 Rentals)

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property at 6 Watson St

6 Watson St, Unit 2R

6 Watson St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 524 Putnam Ave

524 Putnam Ave, Unit 9

524 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
property at 539 Putnam Ave

539 Putnam Ave, Unit 9

539 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
property at 260 Sidney St

260 Sidney St, Unit 3L

260 Sidney St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 121 Auburn St

121 Auburn St, Unit 2

121 Auburn St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 68 Allston St

68 Allston St, Unit 1

68 Allston St
CambridgeMA02139

MIT, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA

As of September 10, 2025 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 $2,400 with a $0.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd2BR,1BA$0.30
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd1BR,1BA$0.24
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd3BR,1BA$0.35
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd3BR,1.5BA$0.35
3 Watson St, Unit 2R3 Watson St1BR,1BA$0.25
5 Watson St, Unit 4-2R5 Watson St2BR,1BA$0.25
5 Watson St, Unit 4-2R5 Watson St2BR,1BA$0.25
6 Watson St, Unit #2R6 Watson St2BR,1BA$0.27
140 Pearl St, Unit 3T140 Pearl St2BR,1BA$0.35
140 Pearl St, Unit 3A140 Pearl St2BR,1BA$0.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mit, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #4

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about MIT

What type of rentals are currently available in MIT?

There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $7,200. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in MIT ranging from $2,650 to $7,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in MIT?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in MIT ranges from $2,650 to $7,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,996.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in MIT?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in MIT range from $3,500 to $7,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,800 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,100.

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