Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home
26 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
Cheap Homes for Rent in Porter Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,900 (32 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Porter Square area of Cambridge.
Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home
26 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home
28 Charnwood Rd
SomervilleMA02144
Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home
26 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
Private bedroom in 6 bed/1.5 bath Home
26 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
Private bedroom in 4 bed/1 bath Home
28 Charnwood Rd
BostonMA02144
4 Arlington St
CambridgeMA02140
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
15 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
16 Chester St, Unit 24
16 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
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10 Chester St, Unit 44
10 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
9 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
9 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
5 Blake St, Unit 8
5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5 Blake St, Unit 7
5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
5 Chester St, Unit 24
5 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
9 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
9 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
60 Walden St, Unit #3
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
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60 Walden St, Unit 3
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
745 Somerville Ave, Unit 1
745 Somerville Ave
SomervilleMA02143
60 Walden St, Unit 1A
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
60 Walden St, Unit 1
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
60 Walden St, Unit 1
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
60 Walden St, Unit 1A
60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
14-14 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
30 Hancock St, Unit 1
30 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
67 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
12 Hancock St, Unit 3
12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
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12 Hancock St, Unit 3
12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
68 Porter Rd, Unit 1
68 Porter Rd
CambridgeMA02140
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Porter Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Porter Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porter Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,860 | $2,950 | $5,250 |
| Porter Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,147 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Porter Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,381 | $4,100 | $10,000+ |
| Porter Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,858 | $4,800 | $6,500 |
| Porter Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,507 | $6,450 | $8,300 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Porter Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter Square, MA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Porter Square area is the $0.23 price per square foot 28 Cherry St Model at 28 Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Porter Square apartment is the 60 Walden St Model at 60 Walden St, Unit 4 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Harvard 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Cherry St, Unit 1 | 28 Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 60 Walden St, Unit 4 | 60 Walden St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 5 Blake St | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.27 |
| 60 Walden St, Unit 2 | 60 Walden St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 18 Cherry St, Unit 2R | 18 Cherry St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 16 Chester St, Unit 32 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 25 Cogswell Ave, Unit #3 | 25 Cogswell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 28A Cherry St, Unit 1 | 28A Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 15 Blake St, Unit #8 | 15 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 5 Chester St, Unit 38 | 5 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Porter Square?
There are currently 607 Apartments for Rent in Porter Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $13,000. There are also 275 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Porter Square ranging from $1,950 to $12,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Porter Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Porter Square ranges from $1,950 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,743.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Porter Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Porter Square range from $3,000 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,075.
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