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9-15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
Apartments for Rent in the Porter Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (125 Rentals)
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$2,400
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$2,400
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49 Roseland St, Unit 2
49 Roseland StCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,800
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3 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1Total Monthly Price
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$3,800
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$3,800
6 White Street Pl, Unit 1
6 White Street PlCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,300
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$2,300
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16 Chester St, Unit 3
16 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,800 - $7,200
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$4,800 - $7,200
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15 Orchard St
15 Orchard StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,300
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10 Chester St
10 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,300
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$2,300
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5 Chester St, Unit 47
5 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,800
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1Total Monthly Price
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$2,800
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$2,800
60 Walden St, Unit 2
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,450
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$3,450
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$3,450
6 White Street Pl, Unit #R
6 White Street PlCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,500
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3 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1Total Monthly Price
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$4,500
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$4,500
17 Milton St, Unit 2
17 Milton StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,795
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$2,795
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16 Blake St, Unit 3
16 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,900 - $3,700
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$2,900 - $3,700
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$2,900 - $3,700
66 Walden St
66 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$7,900
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$7,900
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$7,900
15 Orchard St, Unit 1
15 Orchard StCambridge, MA 02140
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$5,150
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4 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 31Total Monthly Price
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$5,150
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$5,150
26 White St, Unit 2
26 White StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,600
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$2,600
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$2,600
60 Walden St, Unit 3
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$5,600
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$5,600
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$5,600
10 Cambridge Ter
10 Cambridge TerCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,500
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$3,500
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7 Upland Rd, Unit 5
7 Upland RdCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,600
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$4,600
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$4,600
1800 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 22
1800 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,600
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$2,600
8 Cogswell Ave, Unit 33
8 Cogswell AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,500
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10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1
10 Cambridge TerCambridge, MA 02140
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$5,395
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$5,395
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30 Cambridge Ter, Unit 2
30 Cambridge TerCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,500
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9 Upland Rd, Unit B
9 Upland RdCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,400
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$4,400
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10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 3
10 Cambridge TerCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,500
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17 Milton St, Unit 2
17 Milton StCambridge, MA 02140
57 Regent St, Unit 1R
57 Regent St
CambridgeMA02140
6 White Street Pl, Unit R
6 White Street Pl
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5 Blake St, Unit 1
5 Blake St
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21 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
1800 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #32
1800 Massachusetts Ave
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15 Milton St, Unit 15 Milton Street
15 Milton St
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5 Chester St, Unit 33
5 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
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26 Upland Rd, Unit #2
26 Upland RdCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,325Studio Apartments Available Aug 1
4 Cogswell Ave, Unit #45
4 Cogswell AveCambridge, MA 02140
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9 Chester St, Unit 23
9 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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9 Chester St, Unit 47
9 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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5-7 Blake St., Unit 1
5-7 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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9 Chester St, Unit 3
9 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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15 Chester St, Unit 21
15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
9 Chester St, Unit 3
9 Chester St
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15 Chester St, Unit 21
15 Chester St
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15 Chester St, Unit 21
15 Chester St
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36 Creighton St
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28 Cambridge Terrace
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68 Richdale Ave
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6 Beech St
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2 Arlington St
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36 Creighton St, Unit 38
36 Creighton St
CambridgeMA02140
38 Creighton St, Unit 2
38 Creighton St
CambridgeMA02140
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$5,850
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$5,850
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176 Elm St, Unit 3
176 Elm StNorth Cambridge, MA 02140
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176 Elm St, Unit 2
176 Elm StNorth Cambridge, MA 02140
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Porter Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Porter Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porter Square Studio Apartments | $2,461 | $2,300 | $3,400 |
| Porter Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $2,300 | $2,900 |
| Porter Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,642 | $2,900 | $4,200 |
| Porter Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,062 | $3,500 | $4,700 |
| Porter Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,376 | $4,300 | $6,900 |
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Porter Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,866 | $3,400 | $4,200 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,337 | $3,600 | $5,150 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,768 | $1,130 | $5,500 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $1,345 | $1,130 | $1,560 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Porter Square
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Porter Square area of Cambridge, MA?
As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 125 available Porter Square apartments priced from $2,300 to $8,350, with an average monthly rent of $4,324.
How much are Studio apartments in Porter Square?
There are currently 16 Studio Apartments in Porter Square with rent ranges from $2,300 to $3,400 with an average price of $2,461.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Porter Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Porter Square range from $2,900 to $4,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,642.
How expensive are Porter Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 26 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Porter Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,500 to $4,700 - averaging $4,062 for the location.
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