
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA from $900 (58 Rentals)
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43 Temple St

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20 Washburn Ave

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14 Bowdoin St, Unit 2

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68 Willow Ave

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175 River St, Unit 2

183-185 Rindge Ave

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1000 Memorial Dr

Cambridge Ivy Inn

Brattle Drive Apartments
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208 Main St

1080 Massachusetts Ave

4 Brattle Dr

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76 Winter St, Unit B

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17 Quincy St, Unit 2

805 Mount Auburn St

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95A Beacon St

385 Massachusetts Ave

385 Massachusetts Ave

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14 Garrison Ave, Unit 2
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1044 Broadway, Unit 1B

8 Brooks Park

12 Brattle Dr

7 Brattle Dr

138 Highland Ave

12 Brooks Park

Briston Arms Apartments

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136 & 138 Highland Avenue

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119 Highland Ave, Unit 20

4 Langmaid Ave
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44 Central St

Blair Pond Estates

20 Stephenson Aman Street

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24 Park Ave

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4 Webster Ave, Unit 2

155 Pearl St

185 Lowell St

1 Craigie St

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95 Frederick Ave, Unit 1

47 Spring St
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14 Grove St

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26 Grove St, Unit 7

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Arlington Gardens Apartments

Finch Cambridge

179 Prospect St

279 Harvard St

16 Nashua St

Kent Street Apartments

19 Garden St

Putnam Manor
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North Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,584 | $1,725 | $8,300 |
| North Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
| North Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,549 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| North Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,054 | $1,166 | $10,000+ |
| North Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,840 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| North Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $975 | $9,258 |
| North Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,283 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available North Cambridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in North Cambridge, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cambridge Ivy Inn in the Mid Cambridge neighborhood priced from $1,600. Brattle Drive Apartments in the Brattle neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Cambridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Ivy Inn | Room Lodging Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Brattle Drive Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA and Nearby
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Cambridge area is the $0.22 price per square foot 27 Cameron Ave Model at 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value North Cambridge apartment is the 8 Goodman Rd Model at 8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B | 27 Cameron Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1 | 8 Goodman Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 58 Atherton St, Unit 1F | 58 Atherton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 196 Central St, Unit 1C | 196 Central St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 68 Waterhouse St, Unit 2 | 68 Waterhouse St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 140 Highland Ave, Unit #6 | 140 Highland Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 5 Elmer St, Unit 9-3 | 5 Elmer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 368 Broadway, Unit 2R | 368 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 375 Prospect St, Unit 1 | 375 Prospect St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
| 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 | 204 Banks St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Cambridge is at Brattle Drive Apartments listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment is $1,600 at Cambridge Ivy Inn.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Cambridge is starting from $2,200 at Arlington Gardens Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

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.

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.

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.