
Cheap Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA from $900 (53 Rentals)
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17 Putnam Ave, Unit room

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68 Willow Ave, Unit 2A

840-846 Massachusetts Ave

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175 River St, Unit 2

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34 Capen St, Unit 2

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96 Munroe St, Unit 1

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1000 Memorial Dr, Unit 2

Cambridge Ivy Inn

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Brattle Drive Apartments

411 Mt Auburn St

805 Mount Auburn St

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4 Forster St, Unit 1

4 Forster St

208 Main St

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998 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3

27 Lloyd Rd

136 Bow St

305 Rindge Ave

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95 Beacon St, Unit 2

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95A Beacon St

Briston Arms Apartments

Blair Pond Estates

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371 Harvard St, Unit 3

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Arlington Gardens Apartments

Chester Street Apartments

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16 Chester St, Unit 2

54 Prentiss St
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 | $2,632 | $1,800 | $3,755 |
| North Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,943 | $1,000 | $4,894 |
| North Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,416 | $1,900 | $6,241 |
| North Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,829 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| North Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,814 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| North Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,012 | $2,550 | $9,300 |
| North Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,792 | $1,199 | $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 Studio unit found at 840-846 Massachusetts Ave in the Arlington Center neighborhood priced from $1,200. Cambridge Ivy Inn in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Cambridge apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 840-846 Massachusetts Ave | 840 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Cambridge Ivy Inn | Room Lodging Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 805 Mount Auburn St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA and Nearby
As of November 18, 2025 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. |
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| 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 |
| 58 Atherton St, Unit 1F | 58 Atherton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 196 Sherman St, Unit 2 | 196 Sherman St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 27 Knapp St, Unit D-14 | 27 Knapp 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 |
| 72 Thurston St | 72 Thurston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 72 Thurston St, Unit 2 | 72 Thurston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
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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 840-846 Massachusetts Ave listed at $1,200.
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.
What is the most affordable North Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Somerville Square and starts from $2,700.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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