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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Cambridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Cambridge, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Kendall Crossing Apartments in the Kendall Square neighborhood priced from $1,042. 7INK in the Financial District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,479. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Cambridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kendall Crossing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,042
7INKGeorgia3BR,2BA$1,479
Cambridge Ivy InnRoom Lodging Style1BR,1BA$1,600
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA and Nearby

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cambridge area is the $0.19 price per square foot 18 Parmenter St Model at 18 Parmenter St, Unit 1 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Cambridge apartment is the 114 Perkins St Model at 114 Perkins St, Unit 5 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
18 Parmenter St, Unit 118 Parmenter St1BR,1BA$0.19
114 Perkins St, Unit 5114 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.19
117 Beacon St, Unit 405-7117 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
40 Anderson St, Unit 540 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20
2 Lansdowne St, Unit 342 Lansdowne StStudio ,1BA$0.20
24 Phillips St, Unit 124 Phillips StStudio ,1BA$0.20
55 Hemenway St, Unit 355 Hemenway StStudio ,1BA$0.20
1050 Beacon St, Unit 31050 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
16 Summit Ave, Unit 216 Summit Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
11 Anderson St, Unit 211 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in East Cambridge?

There are currently 5165 Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $18,249. There are also 2934 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Cambridge ranging from $875 to $45,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Cambridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Cambridge ranges from $875 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,665.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Cambridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Cambridge range from $995 to $16,816, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $45,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,534.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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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.

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