Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $3,500 (2,218 Rentals)

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40 Bristol St, Unit #1
$2,200
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40 Bristol St, Unit #1

40 Bristol StEast Cambridge, MA 02141
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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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88 Hammond St, Unit 8
$3,500
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88 Hammond St, Unit 8

88 Hammond StBoston, MA 02120
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115 Salem St, Unit 10
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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115 Salem St, Unit 10

115 Salem StBoston, MA 02113
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475 Shawmut Ave, Unit 6
$3,500
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475 Shawmut Ave, Unit 6

475 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02118
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13 Andrew St, Unit 1A
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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13 Andrew St, Unit 1A

13 Andrew StCambridge, MA 02139
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429 Marlborough St, Unit 2
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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429 Marlborough St, Unit 2

429 Marlborough StBoston, MA 02115
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51 Hemenway St, Unit TT
$3,500
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1, 2026

51 Hemenway St, Unit TT

51 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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842 Beacon St
$3,500
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842 Beacon St

842 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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35 Cooper St, Unit 3
$3,500
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35 Cooper St, Unit 3

35 Cooper StBoston, MA 02113
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13 Andrew St, Unit 1
$3,500
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$3,500
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13 Andrew St, Unit 1

13 Andrew StCambridge, MA 02139
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14 Trowbridge St, Unit 8
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

14 Trowbridge St, Unit 8

14 Trowbridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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40 Temple St
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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40 Temple St

40 Temple StSomerville, MA 02145
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84 Thorndike St, Unit B
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 15, 2026

84 Thorndike St, Unit B

84 Thorndike StCambridge, MA 02141
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644 Beacon St, Unit 404
$3,500
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$3,500
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644 Beacon St, Unit 404

644 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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24 Hews St, Unit 1A
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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24 Hews St, Unit 1A

24 Hews StCambridge, MA 02139
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35 Porter St, Unit 1A
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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35 Porter St, Unit 1A

35 Porter StCambridge, MA 02141
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58 Vinal Ave, Unit 1
$3,500
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$3,500

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$3,500
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58 Vinal Ave, Unit 1

58 Vinal AveSomerville, MA 02143
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?

There are currently 1,681 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $1,675 to $8,267 with an average price of $2,741.

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 $17,270 with an average monthly rent of $3,297.

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 $21,989. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,997.

How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,036 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $900 to $14,500 - averaging $4,797 for the location.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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!