
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,100 (51 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Cambridge area of Cambridge.


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53 Rindge Ave, Unit 53 Rindge - 3S

Briston Arms Apartments

2534 Massachusetts Ave

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2595 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 4

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16 Chester St, Unit 3

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10 Chester St

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2574 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

Chester Street Apartments

15 Chester St, Unit 21
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9 Chester St, Unit 3

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5 Chester St, Unit 47

9 Chester St, Unit 23

4 Cogswell Ave, Unit #45

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5 Haskell St, Unit 35

9 Chester St, Unit 47

5-7 Blake St., Unit 1

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10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1

126 Clifton St, Unit #4

126 Clifton St, Unit 4
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8 Cogswell Ave, Unit 33

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60 Walden St, Unit 3

68 Richdale Ave

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11 New St, Unit #77 - 323

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20 Magoun St

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16 Blake St, Unit 3

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60 Walden St, Unit 2

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20 Alberta Ter, Unit #2

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44 Cogswell Ave, Unit 3
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8 Alberta Ter

Cogswell Avenue

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90 Chandler St, Unit 2

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90 Chandler St, Unit 1

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73 Cameron Ave, Unit 1

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19 Cameron Ave, Unit B

1109 Broadway

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27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B

402 Highland Ave, Unit 21

402 Highland Ave, Unit 32
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402 Highland Ave, Unit 2

402 Highland Ave, Unit #21

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402A Highland Ave

402 Highland Ave, Unit 45

6 Mclean Pl

38 Day St, Unit #33

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38 Day St, Unit 33

38 Day St, Unit 33

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19 Malvern Ave

56 Waterhouse St
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North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,719 | $2,200 | $3,400 |
| North Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,166 | $1,150 | $5,050 |
| North Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,023 | $2,280 | $7,350 |
| North Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,083 | $1,450 | $6,290 |
| North Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,161 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available North Cambridge Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden Park | The Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,880 |
| The Laurent | 1 Bed/1 Bath-S9 | 1BR,1BA | $2,886 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Cambridge area is the $0.56 price per square foot 10 Cambridge Ter Model at 10 Cambridge Ter in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $5,600. The second greatest value North Cambridge apartment is the 227 Holland St Model at 227 Holland St, Unit 1 starting at $4,495 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 10 Cambridge Ter | 10 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| 227 Holland St, Unit 1 | 227 Holland St | 3BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| 116 Holland St, Unit 3L | 116 Holland St | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| 66 Walden St | 66 Walden St | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 7 Dickson St, Unit 2B | 7 Dickson St | 6BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| 83 Yorktown St, Unit #1 | 83 Yorktown St | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
| 7 Dickson St, Unit 2 | 7 Dickson St | 5BR,3BA | $0.69 |
| 10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 3 | 10 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| 30 Cambridge Ter, Unit 2 | 30 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| 11 Clarendon Ave, Unit 2 | 11 Clarendon Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Cambridge is at The Laurent listed at $2,952.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment is $2,880 at Walden Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Cambridge is starting from $3,995 at Hanover Alewife.
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