Cheap Homes for Rent in North Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,400 (78 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the North Cambridge area of Cambridge.

property at 24 Fairmount Ave

$1,400

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$1,400
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5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

24 Fairmount Ave

SomervilleMA02144

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property at 20 Chester St

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

20 Chester St, Unit 26, Unit 26

20 Chester St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 5 Chester St

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

5 Chester St, Unit 33, Unit 33

5 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
property at 10 Chester St

$2,300 - $2,600

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$2,300 - $2,600
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$2,300 - $2,600

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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10 Chester St

CambridgeMA02140

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property at 29 Cameron Ave

$2,400

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$2,400
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$2,400

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

29 Cameron Ave, Unit B, Unit B

29 Cameron Ave
SomervilleMA02144
property at 28 Cameron Ave

$2,400 - $4,275

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$2,400 - $4,275
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$2,400 - $4,275

Studio To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Sep 1

28 Cameron Ave

SomervilleMA02144

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property at 61 Walden St

$2,695 - $3,700

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$2,695 - $3,700
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$2,695 - $3,700

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Sep 1

61 Walden St

CambridgeMA02140

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Cheapest Available North Cambridge Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chester Street ApartmentsStudio 380sf 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,100
Davis BuildingStudio +Studio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Cambridge area is the $0.29 price per square foot 15 Blake St Model at 15 Blake St, Unit 4 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value North Cambridge apartment is the 5 Blake St Model at 5 Blake St starting at $2,700 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
15 Blake St, Unit 415 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.29
5 Blake St5 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.27
59 Ossipee Rd, Unit #159 Ossipee Rd2BR,1BA$0.30
55 Cedar St, Unit #355 Cedar St1BR,1BA$0.28
15 Blake St15 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
211 Holland St, Unit #3B211 Holland St1BR,1BA$0.28
190 Holland St, Unit #3A190 Holland St1BR,1BA$0.28
56 Walden St, Unit 256 Walden St1BR,1BA$0.29
66 Walden St66 Walden StStudio ,1BA$0.27
32 Cedar St, Unit 332 Cedar St2BR,1BA$0.28

Frequently Asked Questions about North Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in North Cambridge?

There are currently 472 Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $11,289. There are also 318 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Cambridge ranging from $1,400 to $11,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Cambridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Cambridge ranges from $1,400 to $11,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,469.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Cambridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Cambridge range from $2,500 to $5,944, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $11,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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