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Market Central
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$2,553 - $7,105
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$2,553 - $7,105

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Market Central

425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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Flats on First
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$2,999 - $9,379
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$2,999 - $9,379

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$2,999 - $9,379
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Flats on First

21 Charles StCambridge, MA 02141
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Idyl
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$3,475 - $10,390
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$3,475 - $10,390

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$3,475 - $10,390
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Idyl

60 Kilmarnock StBoston, MA 02215
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Proto Kendall Square
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$2,766 - $7,514
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$2,766 - $7,514

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$2,766 - $7,514
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Proto Kendall Square

88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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Bower
$3,359 - $6,376
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$3,359 - $6,376

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$3,359 - $6,376
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Bower

771-775 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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The Smith
$3,091 - $8,266
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$3,091 - $8,266

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The Smith

89 E Dedham StBoston, MA 02118
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The Harlo
$3,190 - $6,232
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$3,190 - $6,232

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The Harlo

1350 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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Chroma
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$2,916 - $16,566
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Chroma

240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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Pierce Boston
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$3,906 - $12,346
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$3,906 - $12,346

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$3,906 - $12,346
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Pierce Boston

200 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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The Viridian
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$3,050 - $10,100
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$3,050 - $10,100

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$3,050 - $10,100
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The Viridian

1282 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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James and Harrison Court
Rent Specials
$2,995 - $6,260
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$2,995 - $6,260

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James and Harrison Court

45 E Newton StBoston, MA 02118
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Van Ness
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$3,433 - $10,720
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$3,433 - $10,720

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Van Ness

1335 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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Fenway Triangle
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$3,576 - $10,045
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$3,576 - $10,045

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$3,576 - $10,045
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Fenway Triangle

180 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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One65 Main
$3,199 - $10,000
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$3,199 - $10,000

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One65 Main

165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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Watermark Kendall West
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$3,560 - $5,709
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$3,560 - $5,709

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Watermark Kendall West

350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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Mezzo Design Lofts
$2,503 - $5,638
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$2,503 - $5,638

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Mezzo Design Lofts

30 Caldwell StCharlestown, MA 02129
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Prospect Union Square
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$2,655 - $11,144
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$2,655 - $11,144

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$2,655 - $11,144
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Prospect Union Square

50 Prospect StSomerville, MA 02143
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Boston East
$2,373 - $12,078
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$2,373 - $12,078

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Boston East

126 Border StEast Boston, MA 02128
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Miscela
$2,670 - $5,355
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$2,670 - $5,355

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$2,670 - $5,355
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Miscela

485 Foley StSomerville, MA 02145
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Vivo
Rent Specials
$2,900 - $4,311
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Vivo

270 Third StreetCambridge, MA 02142
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Axiom
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$3,317 - $4,964
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Axiom

33 Rogers StreetCambridge, MA 02142
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The Harvey
$2,486 - $7,298
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$2,486 - $7,298

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The Harvey

50 Hood Park DrBoston, MA 02129
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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

How much are Studio apartments in East Cambridge?

There are currently 1,974 Studio Apartments in East Cambridge with rent ranges from $1,517 to $8,019 with an average price of $5,604.

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 $1,299 to $16,052 with an average monthly rent of $3,342.

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 $2,025 to $26,256. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,111.

How expensive are East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,264 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,733 to $26,302 - averaging $5,043 for the location.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.