
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Strawberry Hill Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $800 (61 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Strawberry Hill area of Cambridge.


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1000 Memorial Dr, Unit 2

305 Rindge Ave

Briston Arms Apartments

Blair Pond Estates

Chester Street Apartments

1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave
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92 Wallace St, Unit 1

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7 Linden St, Unit room

20 Highgate St

20 Highgate St

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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton

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46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 1

20 Highgate St
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22 Highgate St

22 Highgate St

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68 Willow Ave, Unit 2A

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24 Highgate St, Unit 203

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16 Highgate St, Unit 203

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7 Denby Rd, Unit 1

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7 Denby Rd, Unit G

109 Oxford St

153 Brighton Ave
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15 Higgins St, Unit A

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31 Seattle St, Unit B

805 Mount Auburn St

Gardner St, 75-90

71 Harvard Ave

71 Harvard Ave
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Hamilton Union

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25 Gardner St, Unit 3

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71 Chester St, Unit 5

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28 Quint Ave, Unit 55

Hamilton Place
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Strawberry Hill, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Strawberry Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Hill Studio Apartments | $2,731 | $1,600 | $4,055 |
| Strawberry Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,963 | $800 | $6,092 |
| Strawberry Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,559 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Strawberry Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,856 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Strawberry Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,421 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Strawberry Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,843 | $1,020 | $9,300 |
| Strawberry Hill 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,434 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Strawberry Hill Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Strawberry Hill, MA
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Strawberry Hill area is the $0.20 price per square foot 28 Quint Ave Model at 28 Quint Ave, Unit 55 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Strawberry Hill apartment is the 180 North Beacon St Model at 180 North Beacon St, Unit 3 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Strawberry Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 28 Quint Ave, Unit 55 | 28 Quint Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 180 North Beacon St, Unit 3 | 180 North Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 15 Higgins St, Unit A | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 79 Washington St, Unit 12 | 79 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 87 Washington St, Unit 6 | 87 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 16 Chester St, Unit 2 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 5 Barrows St, Unit #1 | 5 Barrows St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 92 Wallace St, Unit 1 | 92 Wallace St | 1BR,1BA | $0.08 |
| 31 Seattle St, Unit B | 31 Seattle St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 5 Barrows St, Unit 1 | 5 Barrows St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleStrawberry Hill, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #21
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Strawberry Hill Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Strawberry Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Strawberry Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Strawberry Hill is at 805 Mount Auburn St listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Strawberry Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Strawberry Hill Apartment is $1,900 at Gardner St, 75-90.
What is the most affordable Strawberry Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Strawberry Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hamilton Union and starts from $2,800.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!














