What are the cheapest neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The most affordable neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Cambridge, MA are Inman Square , Mid-Cambridge , and Huron Village , where rent prices are below the city average of $3,296.

What is considered a cheap rent price in Cambridge, MA?

In Cambridge MA, rent is considered cheap when it's under $2,600 per month; that's 20% less than the city's median rent of $3,296.

How many cheap apartments are available in Cambridge, MA?

There are 702 affordable apartments for rent in Cambridge, MA, starting from $2,813/month.

Are there rent specials available in Cambridge, MA?

There are 731 apartments in Cambridge, MA with rent specials such as discounted deposits, waived fees, or a first month of free rent.

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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cambridge MA

702 Rentals

929 Mass

929 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
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1 Bed

$2,475+

2 Beds

$3,015+

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $100.

Specials

Pets Allowed Dishwasher Refrigerator Balcony Maintenance on site Microwave
The Wyeth

120-124 Rindge Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$2,950+

Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include base rent and required monthly fees. Variable costs based on usage may apply.

Discounts

Pets Allowed Fitness Center Dishwasher Kitchen In Unit Washer & Dryer Walk-In Closets
Blair Pond Estates

30-32 Normandy Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
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Matterport 3D Tours
Studio

$1,995+

1 Bed

$2,450+

2 Beds+

$2,850+

Plus Fees

Kitchen Range Maintenance on site Heat Stainless Steel Appliances Hardwood Floors
CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities

1 Langdon St, Cambridge, MA 02138
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Videos

Matterport 3D Tours
Studio

$2,550+

1 Bed

$2,795+

2 Beds+

$2,995+

Plus Fees

Specials

Fitness Center High-Speed Internet Granite Countertops Hardwood Floors Laundry Facilities Walk-Up
Walden Park

205 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02140
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Matterport 3D Tours
Studio

$2,452+

1 Bed

$2,490+

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $65.
Fuse

165 Cambridgepark Dr, Cambridge, MA 02140
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Matterport 3D Tours
Studio

$2,554+

1 Bed

$2,892+

2 Beds

$3,766+

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include base rent and required monthly fees. Variable costs based on usage may apply.

1 Month Free
AVA North Point

2 Leighton St, Cambridge, MA 02141
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Studio

$2,800

1 Bed

$2,915+

2 Beds

$3,700+

Plus Fees

Specials
100 Memorial Drive

100 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 / 36

Matterport 3D Tours
Studio

$2,470

1 Bed

$2,770+

2 Beds+

$3,275+

Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include base rent and required monthly fees. Variable costs based on usage may apply.

Specials
The Brook Luxury Apartments of Cambridge

95 Fawcett St, Cambridge, MA 02138
1 / 47

Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$2,575+

2 Beds

$3,300+

Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include all required monthly fees.

1 Month Free
Clinton & Prospect Apartments

270 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA 02139
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Matterport 3D Tours
1 Bed

$2,305+

2 Beds

$2,600+

Plus Fees

1 Month Free
Pacific Street Apartments

119 Pacific St, Cambridge, MA 02139

2 Beds

$3,143+

Plus Fees
Longfellow Apartments

1200 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Studio

$2,450+

1 Bed

$2,900+

2 Beds

$3,025+

Plus Fees
The Cantabrigia

1010 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

1 Bed

$2,800

2 Beds

$3,600

4 Beds

$4,862

Plus Fees
784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments

784-796 Main St, Cambridge, MA 02139

2 Beds

$2,811

Plus Fees
Central Square LLC( Residential)

632 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

1 Bed

$2,875

2 Beds

$4,200+

Plus Fees
Chester Street Apartments

9-15 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140

Studio

$2,000+

1 Bed

$2,400

Plus Fees
Chapman Arms

4 University Rd, Cambridge, MA 02138

Studio

$2,050+

1 Bed

$3,100+

2 Beds

$3,200+

Plus Fees
Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving St, Cambridge, MA 02138

1 Bed

$1,600+

Plus Fees
365 Western Ave

365 Western Ave, Boston, MA 02135

Studio

$2,500+

1 Bed

$2,900+

2 Beds+

$3,200+

Plus Fees
1 Whittemore Ave Unit FL3-ID470

1 Whittemore Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
2 Beds

$2,945

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $415.

Apartment for Rent
50 7th St Unit 1

50 7th St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141

$2,850
Total Monthly Price
Total Monthly Price New
Prices include all required monthly fees.

12 Month Lease

Apartment for Rent

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
80 Fawcett St Unit FL2-ID936

80 Fawcett St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Matterport 3D Tours
2 Beds

$2,520

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $440.

Apartment for Rent
7 Bristol St Unit 3

7 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA 02141
3 Beds

$3,300

Apartment for Rent
4 Sherman St Unit FL4-ID1228

4 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA 02138
2 Beds

$2,360

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $440.

Apartment for Rent
122 Berkshire St Unit 7

122 Berkshire St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 Bed

$2,500

Condo for Rent
270 Harvard St Unit FL2-ID1274

270 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA 02139
2 Beds

$2,410

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $440.

Apartment for Rent
812 Memorial Dr Unit FL5-ID1270

812 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02139
1 Bed

$2,445

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $375.

Apartment for Rent
Studio

$2,550+

2 Beds

$3,500+

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include all required monthly fees.

334 Harvard Street

334 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA 02139
1 Bed

$1,950

2 Beds

$2,280+

Plus Fees

Briston Arms Apartments

237 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138
Studio

$2,200

Condo for Rent

15 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140
2 Beds

$2,800

Condo for Rent

66 Homer Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Studio

$2,200

Condo for Rent

9 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio

$2,200

Condo for Rent

9 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio

$2,100

Condo for Rent

15 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio

$2,000

Condo for Rent

15 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140
1 Bed

$2,425

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price New
Prices include required monthly fees of $355.

Apartment for Rent

16 Forest St, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio

$1,950

Apartment for Rent

66 Homer Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
2 Beds

$2,600

Apartment for Rent

66 Homer Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Studio

$2,050

Apartment for Rent

66 Homer Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
1 Bed

$2,250

Apartment for Rent

66 Homer Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
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Cambridge, MA Cheap Apartments for Rent

Whether you're on a budget or just looking to save, there are plenty of ways to find cheap apartments in Cambridge. Start by defining your list of apartment “must-haves.” What features can you not live without? If you want to live within walking distance to your favorite downtown locations, you may find that a smaller apartment of fewer amenities are a fair trade-off. Rent prices in Cambridge tend to be higher near the city center. For better deals, explore neighborhoods farther out where rents can be lower and apartment sizes may be larger. Look for areas with a higher number of available rental units — landlords with more vacancies are often more willing to offer incentives like lower rent or flexible lease terms. Keep an eye on listings for budget-friendly apartments that meet your core needs while offering a reasonable commute and access to the amenities you want.

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Cambridge, MA Rental Insights

: The most affordable neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Cambridge, MA are Inman Square, Mid-Cambridge, and Huron Village, where rent prices are below the city average of $3,296.
: In Cambridge MA, rent is considered cheap when it's under $2,600 per month; that's 20% less than the city's median rent of $3,296.
: There are 702 affordable apartments for rent in Cambridge, MA, starting from $2,813/month.
: There are 731 apartments in Cambridge, MA with rent specials such as discounted deposits, waived fees, or a first month of free rent.

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