Cheap Homes for Rent in MIT Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,500 (10 Rentals)

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240 Sidney St
$2,415
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$2,040
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$375

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$2,415
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240 Sidney St

240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
Furnished
property at 100 Magazine St

$2,500

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Base Rent
$2,500

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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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100 Magazine St, Unit 2

100 Magazine St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 20 Chestnut St

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 Chestnut St

CambridgeMA02139

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property at 121 Auburn St

$3,100

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$3,100

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$3,100

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121 Auburn St, Unit 2

121 Auburn St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 68 Allston St

$3,295

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$3,295

Total Monthly Price
$3,295

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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68 Allston St, Unit 1

68 Allston St
CambridgeMA02139
property at 95 Allston St

$3,300

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$3,300

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$3,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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95 Allston St

CambridgeMA02139

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MIT, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available MIT Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the MIT area of Boston, MA is a 2 Beds unit found at Pacific Street Apartments priced from $3,143. The Residences of University Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,277. Here are the most affordable MIT apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacific Street Apartments2 bedroom, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3,143
The Residences of University Park91 Sidney - 1A Renovation 21BR,1BA$3,277
ChromaIndigo1BR,1BA$3,377

Best Value Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA

As of January 27, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd2BR,1BA$0.30
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd3BR,1BA$0.35
23 Kelly Rd, Unit 123 Kelly Rd3BR,1.5BA$0.35
6 Watson St, Unit #2R6 Watson St2BR,1BA$0.27
95 Allston St, Unit 295 Allston St2BR,1BA$0.33
6 Chestnut St6 Chestnut St2BR,2BA$1.81
197 Sidney St, Unit 1197 Sidney St3BR,2BA$3.33
279 Pearl St, Unit 2L279 Pearl St3BR,1BA$3.31
28 Speridakis Ter, Unit 328 Speridakis Ter4BR,1BA$1.09
146 Allston St146 Allston St1BR,1BA$2.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mit, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about MIT

What type of rentals are currently available in MIT?

There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in MIT, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $6,300. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in MIT ranging from $2,500 to $7,800.

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 $2,500 to $7,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,866.

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 $6,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,200 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

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