Cheap Homes for Rent in West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $900 (10 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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35 Homer Ave

CambridgeMA02138

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Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walden ParkThe CopleyStudio,1BA$2,583

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA

As of March 22, 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 199 Mount Auburn St Model at 199 Mount Auburn St, Unit #1 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
21 Gibson St, Unit 321 Gibson St1BR,1BA$0.29
199 Mount Auburn St, Unit #1199 Mount Auburn St2BR,1BA$0.30
101 Fayerweather St, Unit 2101 Fayerweather St3BR,1BA$0.40
419 Concord Ave, Unit #2419 Concord Ave3BR,1BA$0.40
36 Park Ave, Unit 136 Park Ave3BR,2BA$0.46
60 Homer Ave, Unit 160 Homer Ave1BR,1BA$0.23
318 Concord Ave, Unit 318318 Concord Ave4BR,4BA$2.71
318 Concord Ave, Unit NA318 Concord Ave4BR,4BA$2.71
17 Granville Rd, Unit 317 Granville Rd2BR,2BA$2.82
11 Highland St, Unit #311 Highland St1BR,1BA$2.85

Frequently Asked Questions about West Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in West Cambridge?

There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,950 to $6,500. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Cambridge ranging from $980 to $17,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Cambridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Cambridge ranges from $980 to $17,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,708.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Cambridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Cambridge range from $2,995 to $6,025, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $8,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.

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