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860 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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28 Orleans St
28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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43 Bradley St.
43 Bradley St.Somerville, MA 02145
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43 Temple StSomerville, MA 02145
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$1,250
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11 Granite St, Unit bedroom rental
11 Granite StCambridge, MA 02139
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175 River St, Unit 2
175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2
29 Bailey RdSomerville, MA 02145
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15 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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11 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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217 Albany StBoston, MA 02118
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40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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$1,525
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability15 Snow Hill St
15 Snow Hill StBoston, MA 02113
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15 Snow Hill StBoston, MA 02113
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50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
93 Beacon St
BostonMA02108
88 Broadway
ChelseaMA02150
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8 Fulkerson St, Unit R
8 Fulkerson StCambridge, MA 02141
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32 Munroe St
32 Munroe StSomerville, MA 02143
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11-13 Plymouth StCambridge, MA 02141
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+
9 W School StBoston, MA 02129
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195 Maverick St, Unit B1
195 Maverick StBoston, MA 02128
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11-13 Plymouth StCambridge, MA 02141
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11-13 Plymouth St
11-13 Plymouth StCambridge, MA 02141
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1067 Beacon St, Unit 9
1067 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
248 Newbury St
BostonMA02116
12-12 Museum Way
CambridgeMA02141
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146 Allston St
146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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9 Hancock StBoston, MA 02129
9 Hancock St
BostonMA02129
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507 Beacon St
507 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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17 Quincy St, Unit 2
17 Quincy StSomerville, MA 02143
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14 Unity St, Unit 3-R
14 Unity StBoston, MA 02113
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28 Decatur St
28 Decatur StBoston, MA 02128
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30 Decatur St
BostonMA02128
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40 Anderson St
40 Anderson StBoston, MA 02114
857 Beacon St
BostonMA02215
1150 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02139
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78 S Huntington Ave
78 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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95A Beacon St
95A Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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10 Marion St
10 Marion StBoston, MA 02128
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11-13 Plymouth StCambridge, MA 02141
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115 Jersey St, Unit 6
115 Jersey StBoston, MA 02215
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,636 | $868 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,127 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,946 | $1,120 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,573 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,864 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,406 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available East Cambridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in East Cambridge, MA is a 3 Beds unit found at 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood priced from $1,494. Boylston St, 40 in the Financial District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,517. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Cambridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 7INK | Harrington ADA | 3BR,2BA | $1,494 |
| Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,517 |
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Cambridge area is the $0.20 price per square foot 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value East Cambridge apartment is the 117 Beacon St Model at 117 Beacon St starting at $2,095 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 117 Beacon St | 117 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 271 Newbury St, Unit 2 | 271 Newbury St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 | 81 Saint Botolph St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 66 Phillips St, Unit A | 66 Phillips St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 30 Peterborough St, Unit D | 30 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 8 Fulkerson St, Unit R | 8 Fulkerson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.17 |
| 28 Decatur St | 28 Decatur St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Cambridge is at 103 Hemenway St listed at $2,000.
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cambridge Apartment is $1,517 at Boylston St, 40.
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The best deal on a cheap East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7INK and starts from $1,494.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.