Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $2,000 (126 Rentals)

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40 Bristol St, Unit 1
$2,000
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40 Bristol St, Unit 1

40 Bristol StEast Cambridge, MA 02141

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17 Quincy St, Unit 2
$2,000
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$2,000
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$2,000
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17 Quincy St, Unit 2

17 Quincy StSomerville, MA 02143
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117 Jersey St, Unit 7
$2,000
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$2,000
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117 Jersey St, Unit 7

117 Jersey StBoston, MA 02215
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117 Beacon St, Unit 405-2
$1,995
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$1,995
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$1,995
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117 Beacon St, Unit 405-2

117 Beacon StBoston, MA 02116
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213 Highland Ave, Unit 2L
$1,975
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$1,975
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$1,975
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

213 Highland Ave, Unit 2L

213 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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28 Chelsea St
$1,950
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$1,950
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$1,950
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28 Chelsea St

28 Chelsea StBoston, MA 02128
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95A Beacon St
$1,900
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$1,900
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$1,900
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95A Beacon St

95A Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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136 & 138 Highland Avenue
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$1,900 - $2,645
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$1,900 - $2,645
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136 & 138 Highland Avenue

136-138 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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146 Allston St
$1,800
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$1,800
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$1,800
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146 Allston St

146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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923 Beacon St, Unit 2
$1,399
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$1,399
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$1,399
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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$1,299
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175 River St, Unit 2

175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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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

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.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?

There are currently 1,684 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $1,675 to $10,584 with an average price of $2,723.

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 $1,200 to $15,506 with an average monthly rent of $3,282.

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 $1,900 to $16,993. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,997.

How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,020 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $14,500 - averaging $4,768 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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.

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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.