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1330 Boylston
1330 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
Student Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $5,500 (55 Rentals)
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Fenway Triangle
180 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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Van Ness
1335 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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Watermark Kendall West
350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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Pierce Boston
200 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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One65 Main
165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Greenhouse Apartments
150 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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James and Harrison Court
45 E Newton StBoston, MA 02118
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1260 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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4 Union PlCambridge, MA 02141
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12 Commonwealth
12 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02116
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114-120 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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28 Clearway StBoston, MA 02115
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345 Harrison
345 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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Watermark Kendall East
250 Kendall StCambridge, MA 02142
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52 Clearway StBoston, MA 02115
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808-812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
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9 Central StSomerville, MA 02143
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Melnea Residences
431 Melnea Cass BlvdBoston, MA 02119
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334 Harvard Street
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLiberty Tree Lofts by FiDi
630 Washington StBoston, MA 02111
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124 Mt Pleasant StSomerville, MA 02145
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The Graphic Lofts
32-34 Cambridge StCharlestown, MA 02129
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now165-171 Hemenway St
165-171 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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95 Park DrBoston, MA 02215
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151 Park DrBoston, MA 02215
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46 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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24 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now62 on the Park
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now136 School St
136 School StSomerville, MA 02143
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136 & 138 Highland Avenue
136-138 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTerra on Lenox
11 E Lenox StBoston, MA 02118
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1, 2026Symphony Road Apartments
40-42 Symphony RdBoston, MA 02115
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70 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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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 | $2,739 | $1,675 | $8,267 |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,981 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,542 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,063 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,627 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student East Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in East Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in East Cambridge is at Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.
How much is the average rent for a Student East Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in East Cambridge is $4,399.
What is the largest Student East Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Student 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 Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in East Cambridge is currently at 489 sq ft.
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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.
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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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.