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9-15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Porter Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,200 (56 Rentals)
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57 Regent St, Unit 1R
57 Regent St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,300 - $2,600
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5 Chester St
5 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
15 Chester St, Unit 21
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
5 Chester St, Unit 33
5 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
15 Chester St, Unit 21
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,300
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10 Chester St
10 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,300Studio Apartments Available Nov 2
15 Chester St, Unit 21
15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
15 Chester St, Unit 23
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
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9 Chester St, Unit 47
9 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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5 Blake St
5 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
15 Chester St, Unit 33
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
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9 Chester St, Unit 23
9 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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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
9 Chester St, Unit 23
9 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,400
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16 Chester St, Unit 23
16 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,400Studio Apartments Available Jul 2
15 Chester St, Unit 23
15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
15 Chester St, Unit 23
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,500
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10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1
10 Cambridge TerCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,500
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60 Walden St, Unit 2
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,600
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 31Total Monthly Price
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$2,600
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60 Walden St, Unit 3
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
5-7 Blake St. 1, Unit 1
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5-7 Blake St. 1, Unit 1
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
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60 Walden St, Unit #2
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
5-7 Blake St. 1, Unit 1
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5-7 Blake St. 1, Unit 1
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,600Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
5-7 Blake St., Unit 1
5-7 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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5 Blake St, Unit 1A
5 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,600
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5 Blake St, Unit 1B
5 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
5 Blake St, Unit 1
5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5-7 Blake St. 4, Unit 4
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,650Studio Apartments Available Sep 1
5-7 Blake St., Unit 4
5-7 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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5-7 Blake St #4, Unit #4
5-7 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
5-7 Blake St. 4, Unit 4
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5-7 Blake St. 4, Unit 4
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5-7 Blake St. 4, Unit 4
5-7 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
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$2,700
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5 Blake St
5 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,795
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16 Blake St, Unit 3
16 Blake StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,800 - $3,400
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$2,800 - $3,400
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60 Walden St
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,800
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60 Walden St, Unit 2
60 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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66 Walden St
66 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Cogswell Avenue
22-32 Cogswell AveCambridge, MA 02140
87 Orchard St
CambridgeMA02140
68 Richdale Ave, Unit 3
68 Richdale Ave
CambridgeMA02140
Room in Shared 6 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A
26 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit D
28 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home, Unit A
28 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
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28 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
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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 | $2,495 | $2,200 | $3,400 |
| Porter Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,300 | $3,000 |
| Porter Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $2,900 | $4,200 |
| Porter Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,105 | $2,900 | $4,900 |
| Porter Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,176 | $4,100 | $6,900 |
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Cheapest Available Porter Square Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Street Apartments | Studio 380sf 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter Square, MA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Porter Square area is the $0.44 price per square foot 10 Cambridge Ter Model at 10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Porter Square apartment is the 30 Cambridge Ter Model at 30 Cambridge Ter, Unit 2 starting at $5,395 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Porter Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 3 | 10 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| 30 Cambridge Ter, Unit 2 | 30 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 60 Walden St, Unit 2 | 60 Walden St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1 | 10 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| 10 Cambridge Ter | 10 Cambridge Ter | 4BR,2BA | $0.56 |
| 66 Walden St | 66 Walden St | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 6 White Street Pl, Unit #R | 6 White Street Pl | 2BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 12 Hancock St, Unit #12-14 unit 3 | 12 Hancock St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
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What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Porter Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Porter Square is at Chester Street Apartments listed at $2,200.
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