25 Homer Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,900 (25 Rentals)
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237 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
66 Homer Ave, Unit 501
66 Homer Ave
CambridgeMA02138
66 Homer Ave, Unit 112
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 112
66 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 401
66 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 301
66 Homer Ave
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 201
66 Homer Ave
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 301
66 Homer Ave
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 201
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 106
66 Homer Ave
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 506
66 Homer Ave
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 401
66 Homer Ave
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 201
66 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
66 Homer Ave, Unit 501
66 Homer Ave
CambridgeMA02138
17 Healey St, Unit 102
17 Healey St
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$2,350
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101 Fayerweather St, Unit B
101 Fayerweather StCambridge, MA 02138
205 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
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367 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
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Walden Park
205 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
66 Homer Ave, Unit 502
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 402
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 105
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5 Rifle Ct, Unit 1
5 Rifle CtWatertown, MA 02472
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West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,486 | $2,200 | $2,750 |
| West Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $1,950 | $3,400 |
| West Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,699 | $2,280 | $5,000 |
| West Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,163 | $3,300 | $5,900 |
| West Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,475 | $3,850 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Walden Park | The Seville | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Cambridge area is the $0.29 price per square foot 21 Gibson St Model at 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value West Cambridge apartment is the 101 Fayerweather St Model at 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B starting at $2,350 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 | 21 Gibson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B | 101 Fayerweather St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit 2 | 101 Fayerweather St | 3BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 86 Aberdeen Ave, Unit #2 | 86 Aberdeen Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 248 Garden St | 248 Garden St | 3BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 97 Lexington Ave, Unit 3 | 97 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 99 Lexington Ave | 99 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 65 Reservoir St, Unit 65 Reservoir Street | 65 Reservoir St | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| 5 Gibson Ter | 5 Gibson Ter | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 5 Rifle Ct, Unit 1 | 5 Rifle Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Cambridge Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cambridge Apartment is $3,000 at Walden Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Cambridge is starting from $3,400 at 198 Walden St.
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