Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,900 (26 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
4a Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
4a Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
4 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
4 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
4a Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
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Briston Arms Apartments
237 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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60 Homer Ave, Unit 508
60 Homer Ave
CambridgeMA02138
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$1,975
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54 Park Ave, Unit 111
54 Park AveCambridge, MA 02138
66 Homer Ave
CambridgeMA02138
66 Homer Ave
CambridgeMA02138
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66 Homer Ave
66 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,300
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$2,300
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60 Homer Ave, Unit 1
60 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,385 - $4,050
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Walden Park
205 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
237 Garden St
CambridgeMA02138
66 Homer Ave
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$2,500
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4 Sherman St
4 Sherman StCambridge, MA 02138
35 Homer Ave
CambridgeMA02138
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$2,400
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7 Rifle Ct, Unit 7
7 Rifle CtWatertown, MA 02472
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5 Rifle Ct
WatertownMA02472
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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 | $2,510 | $2,385 | $2,750 |
| West Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,950 | $3,725 |
| West Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $2,280 | $4,700 |
| West Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,082 | $3,300 | $5,185 |
| West Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,734 | $4,202 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden Park | The Copley | Studio,1BA | $2,385 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA
As of February 04, 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 60 Homer Ave Model at 60 Homer Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 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. |
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| 21 Gibson St, Unit 3 | 21 Gibson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 60 Homer Ave, Unit 1 | 60 Homer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 40 Gibson St, Unit 38-3D | 40 Gibson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 101 Fayerweather St, Unit 2 | 101 Fayerweather St | 3BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 419 Concord Ave, Unit #2 | 419 Concord Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.40 |
| 199 Mount Auburn St, Unit #1 | 199 Mount Auburn St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 54 Park Ave, Unit 111 | 54 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 40 Gibson St, Unit 6A | 40 Gibson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 139 Fresh Pond Pky, Unit 1 | 139 Fresh Pond Pky | 4BR,3BA | $2.08 |
| 24 Saville St | 24 Saville St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
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 $2,547 at Walden Park.
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