
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,925 (21 Rentals)
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189 Concord Ave, Unit Concord Studio

66 Homer Ave, Unit 106

66 Homer Ave, Unit 106

66 Homer Ave, Unit 301

66 Homer Ave, Unit 201
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 201

66 Homer Ave, Unit 401

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193 Concord Ave, Unit 7

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101 Fayerweather St, Unit B

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240 Concord Ave, Unit Apartment

66 Homer Ave, Unit 105

66 Homer Ave, Unit 412
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193 Concord Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,129 | $1,925 | $2,200 |
| West Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $1,950 | $3,400 |
| West Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $2,280 | $4,250 |
| West Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,919 | $3,300 | $5,000 |
| West Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,642 | $5,000 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden Park | The Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,877 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA
As of September 07, 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 2 starting at $4,000 with a $0.40 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 2 | 101 Fayerweather St | 3BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit B | 101 Fayerweather St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 65 Alpine St, Unit #65 | 65 Alpine St | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.67 |
| 144 Larch Rd, Unit 145 Larch Road | 144 Larch Rd | 4BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| 137 Fayerweather St, Unit 137 | 137 Fayerweather St | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 248 Garden St | 248 Garden St | 3BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 97 Lexington Ave, Unit 3 | 97 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 137 Fayerweather St, Unit 1 | 137 Fayerweather St | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 124 Garden St, Unit #2 | 124 Garden St | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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 $2,877 at Walden Park.
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