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New Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge MA - 30 Rentals

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

6 7th St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 16
$1,225

3 Beds, 1 Bath
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

17 Berkshire St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 14
$1,325

3 Beds, 1 Bath
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

6 7th St, Boston, MA 02141
1 / 16
$1,400

3 Beds, 1 Bath
Private bedroom in 3 bed/1 bath Home

6 7th St, Boston, MA 02141
1 / 17
$1,425

3 Beds, 1 Bath
265 Hurley St Unit #1F

265 Hurley St Unit #1F, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 17
$3,000

3 Beds, 1 Bath
175 3rd St

175 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 12
$3,500

3 Beds, 1 Bath
58 Medford St Unit 1T

58 Medford St Unit 1T, Somerville, MA 02143
1 / 30
$3,589

3 Beds, 1 Bath
58 Medford St Unit 1A

58 Medford St Unit 1A, Somerville, MA 02143
1 / 30
$3,589

3 Beds, 1 Bath
58 Medford St Unit 1

58 Medford St Unit 1, Somerville, MA 02143
1 / 30
$3,589

3 Beds, 1 Bath
58 Medford St Unit 1

58 Medford St Unit 1, Somerville, MA 02143
1 / 15
$3,589

3 Beds, 1 Bath
38 Jefferson St

38 Jefferson St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 25
$3,600

3 Beds, 1 Bath
58 Medford St Unit 1

58 Medford St Unit 1, Somerville, MA 02143
1 / 15
$3,600

3 Beds, 1 Bath
38 Jefferson St Unit 3

38 Jefferson St Unit 3, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 5
$3,600

3 Beds, 1 Bath
89 Spring St Unit 1

89 Spring St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 10
$3,800

3 Beds, 1 Bath
161 Otis St Unit 2

161 Otis St Unit 2, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 9
$3,850

3 Beds, 1 Bath
161 Otis St

161 Otis St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 9
$3,850

3 Beds, 1 Bath
161 Otis St

161 Otis St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 8
$3,850

3 Beds, 1 Bath
223 Charles St Unit #1

223 Charles St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 6
$4,050

3 Beds, 1 Bath
12 Harding St Unit 1

12 Harding St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 70
$4,100

3 Beds, 2 Baths
273 Cardinal Medeiros Ave Unit 1

273 Cardinal Medeiros Ave Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 15
$4,250

3 Beds, 1 Bath
70 Spring St Unit 1

70 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 20
$4,750

3 Beds, 2 Baths
71 Spring St Unit 1

71 Spring St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 11
$4,750

3 Beds, 2 Baths
74 Spring St Unit 1

74 Spring St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 22
$4,750

3 Beds, 1 Bath
70 Spring St Unit #3

70 Spring St Unit #3, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 5
$5,500

3 Beds, 2 Baths
2 Earhart St Unit 711

2 Earhart St Unit 711, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 6
$5,800

3 Beds, 2 Baths
149 1st St

149 1st St, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 / 6
$6,105 - $9,410

3 Beds, 2 Baths
83 Cambridge Pky Unit W1108

83 Cambridge Pky Unit W1108, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 / 26
$15,000

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths

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3 Bedroom East 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 East 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 East 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.

Best Time to Find Cheap Apartments in East Cambridge MA

Timing your apartment search can make a big difference in securing a great deal. Apartments are typically more affordable during the winter months — December through March — when demand is lower. During this off-season, landlords may offer reduced rent, waived fees, or other specials to fill units quickly. Another smart time to search is at the end of the month, when lease turnover peaks and more units become available. Being flexible with your move-in timing could help you land a better price. Cheap apartments in East Cambridge tend to go fast. Keep an eye on timing, neighborhood options, and special deals to score the best rental price.