
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Port Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (16 Rentals)
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19 Hunting St, Unit 1

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10 Clary St, Unit 1

21 Brookline St, Unit #111

1150 Cambridge St
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199 Prospect St

40 Bristol St, Unit 2

195 Hampshire St, Unit B

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220 Prospect St, Unit 1
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279 Harvard St

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63 Inman Street

1102 Cambridge Street
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The Port, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Port?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Port Studio Apartments | $3,046 | $1,900 | $4,140 |
| The Port 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,596 | $1,000 | $9,684 |
| The Port 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,021 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
| The Port 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,439 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| The Port 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,903 | $4,000 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Port Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available The Port Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Towers | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Port, MA
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Port area is the $0.25 price per square foot 720 Massachusetts Ave Model at 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value The Port apartment is the 292 Harvard St Model at 292 Harvard St starting at $2,950 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Port apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2 | 720 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 292 Harvard St | 292 Harvard St | 2BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
| 220 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 220 Prospect St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 220 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 220 Prospect St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 1 Ashburton Pl, Unit 2 | 1 Ashburton Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 33 Inman St, Unit 3 | 33 Inman St | 1BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 6 Bedford St, Unit R3 | 6 Bedford St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 6 Bedford St, Unit 3B | 6 Bedford St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 177 Harvard St, Unit R3 | 177 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Port Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Port Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Port Apartment is $2,600 at Harvard Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Port Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Port is starting from $2,812 at 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments.
What is the most affordable The Port Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Port Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3 Palermo St and starts from $3,200.
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