Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $1,500 (20 Rentals)

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923 Beacon St, Unit 2
$1,399
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

923 Beacon St, Unit 2

923 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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175 River St, Unit 2
$1,299
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175 River St, Unit 2

175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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17 Putnam Ave, Unit room
$1,199
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6 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

17 Putnam Ave, Unit room

17 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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16 Nashua St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

16 Nashua St

16 Nashua StSomerville, MA 02145
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Kent Street Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Street Apartments

32 Kent StSomerville, MA 02143
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279 Harvard St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

279 Harvard St

279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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179 Prospect St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

179 Prospect St

179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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24 Mount Vernon St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

24 Mount Vernon St

24 Mount Vernon StBoston, MA 02108
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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

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78 / 100

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Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?

There are currently 1,642 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $1,550 to $7,751 with an average price of $2,764.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Cambridge Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Cambridge ranges from $1,042 to $18,249 with an average monthly rent of $3,271.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Cambridge cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Cambridge range from $2,000 to $17,810. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,032.

How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 952 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $995 to $16,523 - averaging $4,602 for the location.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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! 

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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.

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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.