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53 Sycamore St
SomervilleMA02145
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106 Beacon St
BostonMA02116
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BostonMA02143
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61 Putnam Rd
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7 Carolina St, Unit 3C
7 Carolina StBoston, MA 02130
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29 Craigie St
SomervilleMA02143
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29 Craigie St
SomervilleMA02143
Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Central Square (Cambridge), Unit B
166 Auburn St
CambridgeMA02139
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29 Craigie St
BostonMA02143
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310 Prospect St, Unit 3
310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Harvard Square (Cambridge), Unit E
175 River St
CambridgeMA02139
Room in Shared 4 bed/1.5 bath home in Somerville, Unit C
100 Flint St
SomervilleMA02145
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Harvard Square (Cambridge), Unit B
175 River St
CambridgeMA02139
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175 River St
CambridgeMA02139
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175 River St
CambridgeMA02139
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175 River St
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175 River St
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$1,4001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
43 Bradley St., Unit 1
43 Bradley St.Somerville, MA 02145
Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Harvard Square (Cambridge), Unit C
175 River St
CambridgeMA02139
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155 Prospect St
BostonMA02139
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155 Prospect St
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83 Winter St
CambridgeMA02141
184 Green St, Unit 1
184 Green St
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18 Rush St
SomervilleMA02145
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Central Square (Cambridge), Unit A
155 Prospect St
BostonMA02139
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155 Prospect St
BostonMA02139
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155 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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155 Prospect St
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33 N Margin St
BostonMA02113
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155 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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155 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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155 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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452 Hanover St
BostonMA02113
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19 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
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258 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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BostonMA02113
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188 Maverick St
BostonMA02128
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36 N Bennet
BostonMA02113
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19 Putnam Ave
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155 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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27 Park Dr, Unit 10
27 Park DrBoston, MA 02215
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19 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
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94 Spring St
CambridgeMA02141
1 Crawford St
CambridgeMA02139
3 Snow Ter
SomervilleMA02145
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36 N Bennet St
BostonMA02113
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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,261 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,119 | $1,260 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,559 | $1,130 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,450 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,884 | $1,180 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,646 | $1,580 | $1,730 |
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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 The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood priced from $1,700. New Castle Court in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,723. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Cambridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| New Castle Court | Newcastle | Studio,1BA | $1,723 |
| 35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
| Burbank Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,847 |
| 15-25 Hemenway St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA and Nearby
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Cambridge area is the $0.20 price per square foot 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value East Cambridge apartment is the 81 Saint Botolph St Model at 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 81 Saint Botolph St, Unit 1 | 81 Saint Botolph St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 50 S Russell St | 50 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 1050 Beacon St, Unit 3 | 1050 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 30 Peterborough St, Unit D | 30 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 35 Queensberry St, Unit 5 | 35 Queensberry St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 28 Hinckley St, Unit 1R | 28 Hinckley St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 126 Jersey St, Unit 2 | 126 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 268 Newbury St, Unit 2 | 268 Newbury St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East Cambridge?
There are currently 4487 Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $27,790. There are also 2690 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Cambridge ranging from $1,130 to $99,999.
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 $1,130 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,882.
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 $850 to $20,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,260 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.
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