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$3,195
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,840
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$3,195
2 Leighton St
2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,240
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 15Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,880
Required Monthly Fees
$360
Total Monthly Price
$3,240
88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,305
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 23Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,930
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,305
22 Water St
22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,305
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 6Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,930
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,305
23 Sidney St
23 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,310
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Studio Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$2,950
Required Monthly Fees
$360
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$3,310
88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,400
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 12Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$2,960
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$3,400
10 Essex St
10 Essex StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,415
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Studio Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,070
Required Monthly Fees
$345
Total Monthly Price
$3,415
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,495
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 5, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,120
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,495
334 Harvard St
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,545
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 18Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,170
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$3,545
285 Third St
285 Third StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,545
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Studio Apartments Available Nov 27Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,100
Required Monthly Fees
$445
Total Monthly Price
$3,545
50 Rogers St
50 Rogers StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,565
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 22Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,190
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,565
23 Sidney St
23 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,585
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 27Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,230
Required Monthly Fees
$355
Total Monthly Price
$3,585
5 Glassworks Ave
5 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,595
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 30Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,220
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,595
33 Rogers St
33 Rogers StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,600
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 20Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,220
Required Monthly Fees
$380
Total Monthly Price
$3,600
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,605
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,250
Required Monthly Fees
$355
Total Monthly Price
$3,605
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,645
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,270
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,645
240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,655
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,280
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,655
929 Massachusetts Ave
929 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,670
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Studio Apartments Available May 4, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,290
Required Monthly Fees
$380
Total Monthly Price
$3,670
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$3,675
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 16Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,300
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,675
240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,700
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,260
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$3,700
346 Somerville Ave
346 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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$3,780
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 22, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,370
Required Monthly Fees
$410
Total Monthly Price
$3,780
129 Franklin St
129 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,780
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,340
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$3,780
632 Massachusetts Ave
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,785
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 16Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,410
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,785
100 Landsdowne St
100 Landsdowne StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,790
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 17Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,350
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$3,790
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$3,805
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 16Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,430
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,805
100 Landsdowne St
100 Landsdowne StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,850
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 22, 2028Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,490
Required Monthly Fees
$360
Total Monthly Price
$3,850
10 Glassworks Ave
10 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,895
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 13Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,450
Required Monthly Fees
$445
Total Monthly Price
$3,895
15 Marney St
15 Marney StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,955
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 12Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,580
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$3,955
285 Third St
285 Third StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,010
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,570
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,010
632 Massachusetts Ave
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,195
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,840
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$4,195
5 Glassworks Ave
5 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,200
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Studio Apartments Available Mar 16, 2029Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,840
Required Monthly Fees
$360
Total Monthly Price
$4,200
1 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,315
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 27, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,940
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$4,315
88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,355
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 2, 2028Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,980
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$4,355
1 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,375
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 25, 2028Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,000
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$4,375
1 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,380
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$3,940
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$4,380
10 Essex St
10 Essex StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,485
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 30, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,130
Required Monthly Fees
$355
Total Monthly Price
$4,485
2 Leighton St
2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,520
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 21Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,080
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$4,520
5 Glassworks Ave
5 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,535
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 19Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,120
Required Monthly Fees
$415
Total Monthly Price
$4,535
2 Leighton St
2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,600
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 11Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,160
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,600
88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,600
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 2028Total Monthly Price
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$4,160
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$4,600
10 Centre St
10 Centre StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,610
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 7, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,170
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,610
50 Kinnaird St
50 Kinnaird StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,705
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 14, 2028Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,330
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$4,705
303 Third St
303 Third StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,710
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14, 2029Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,270
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,710
100 Landsdowne St
100 Landsdowne StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,710
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 14Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,270
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,710
2 Leighton St
2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,750
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 10Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,310
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,750
151 N First St
151 N First StCambridge, MA 02141
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$4,785
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,410
Required Monthly Fees
$375
Total Monthly Price
$4,785
303 Third St
303 Third StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,850
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 8, 2026Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,410
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$4,850
33 Rogers St
33 Rogers StCambridge, MA 02142
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$5,050
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 21Total Monthly Price
Base Rent
$4,610
Required Monthly Fees
$440
Total Monthly Price
$5,050
88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
East Cambridge, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,760 | $1,550 | $7,337 |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,011 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,594 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,223 | $1,534 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,348 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,403 | $5,940 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around East Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
78 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term East Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in East Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in East Cambridge is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term East Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in East Cambridge is $4,425.
What is the largest Short-term East Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in East Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for East Cambridge Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in East Cambridge is currently at 583 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.