Cheap Homes for Rent in the West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,100 (24 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the West Cambridge area of Cambridge.

property at 189 Concord Ave

$2,200

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$2,200
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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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189 Concord Ave, Unit Concord Studio

189 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138

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property at 193 Concord Ave

$2,300

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$2,300
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$2,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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193 Concord Ave

CambridgeMA02138

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property at 66 Homer Ave

$2,525

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$2,525
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$2,525

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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66 Homer Ave

CambridgeMA02138
property at 17 Healey St

$2,600

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$2,600
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

17 Healey St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 195 Concord Ave

$2,650

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$2,650
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$2,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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195 Concord Ave

CambridgeMA02138

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Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walden ParkThe Seville1BR,1BA$2,805

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA

As of August 05, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
21 Gibson St, Unit 321 Gibson St1BR,1BA$0.29
101 Fayerweather St, Unit 2101 Fayerweather St3BR,1BA$0.40
101 Fayerweather St, Unit B101 Fayerweather St1BR,1BA$0.24
150 Vassal Ln150 Vassal Ln3BR,2.5BA$3.42
75 Reservoir St, Unit 275 Reservoir St3BR,2BA$2.31
142 Larch Rd, Unit 142 Larch rd.142 Larch Rd1BR,1BA$1.56
11 Granville Rd, Unit 111 Granville Rd3BR,2BA$3.46
97 Lexington Ave, Unit 397 Lexington Ave2BR,1BA$3.09
65 Reservoir St, Unit 65 Reservoir Street65 Reservoir St2BR,2BA$3.39
40 Gibson St, Unit 440 Gibson St2BR,1BA$3.50

Frequently Asked Questions about West Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in West Cambridge?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $9,500. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Cambridge ranging from $2,150 to $15,000.

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 $2,150 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,725.

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 $2,950 to $8,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,900 to $7,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,000.

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