
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA (498 Rentals)
Apartments in East Cambridge with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Avalon at Assembly Row

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The Batch Yard
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Bower

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The Smith

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Chroma

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The Harlo

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Avalon North Station

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Watermark Seaport

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One Canal

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James and Harrison Court
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The Viridian

The Guild

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The Residences on Broadway

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One65 Main

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808-812 Memorial Drive II

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Watermark Kendall West

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Arris

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Axis Admiral's Hill Apartments
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Prospect Union Square

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Boston East

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Revolution at Assembly Row

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Prism

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Miscela

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Vivo

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The Residences of University Park

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Church Corner
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The Harvey

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Axiom

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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,662 | $868 | $7,243 |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,339 | $1,090 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,130 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,926 | $1,120 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,507 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,820 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,621 | $5,940 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge
How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?
There are currently 1,944 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $1,427 to $7,243 with an average price of $5,143.
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 $1,090 to $10,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,339.
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 $920 to $26,091. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,130.
How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,219 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,120 to $26,869 - averaging $4,926 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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