25 Fairfield St.
$3,650 moBase rent12-mo lease
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, and Recently renovated
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- 25 Fairfield Street, Cambridge, MA 02140(401) 595-4989
- 57 Hurley Street, Cambridge, MA 02141(401) 595-4989
57 Hurley St.
$3,900 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Air conditioning, Microwave, Garbage disposal, Range + more
- 339 Norfolk Street, Cambridge, MA 02139(339) 927-5729
339 Norfolk St.
$3,000 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, and Refrigerator
- 902 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139(617) 609-1534
902 Mass Ave.
$3,375 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry
- 125 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138(617) 609-1534
125 Mount Auburn St.
$3,700 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 50 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139(617) 609-1534
50 Hancock
$3,350 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Pet friendly
- 64 Pleasant Street, Cambridge, MA 02139(617) 987-5064
64 Pleasant St.
$4,950 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry and Hardwood floors
- 73 Inman Street, Cambridge, MA 02139(617) 877-5573
73 Inaman St.
$5,500 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Air conditioning, Microwave + more
- 122 Columbia Street, Cambridge, MA 02139(617) 544-7368
122 Columbia St.
$3,600 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, and Recently renovated
- 60 Magazine Street, Cambridge, MA 02139(857) 294-4797
60 Magazine St.
$4,000 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, All utils included, Parking, Recently renovated, Gym, and Air conditioning
- 9 Elmer Street, Cambridge, MA 02138(561) 563-3148
9 Elmer St.
$2,450 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- Studio
- 17 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138(617) 817-3495
17-19 Putnam Ave.
$5,175 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, and Recently renovated
- 14 Ware Street, Cambridge, MA 02138(617) 901-4075
14 Ware St.
$3,000 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
Dishwasher and Elevator
- 12 Lopez Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02141(617) 818-5657
12 Lopez Ave.
$3,300 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
- 797 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141(617) 992-0978
797 Cambridge St
$3,600 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, and Parking
- 339 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02141(617) 438-5038
339 Cambridge St.
$6,000 moBase rent12-mo lease- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Dishwasher, Microwave, and Garbage disposal
Average rent in Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Studio
- $2,799+Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $3,290+Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $4,171+Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $4,767+Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
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Academic energy radiates through North Cambridge, where historic triple-deckers and converted factory lofts house a mix of students, professors, and young professionals. Residents enjoy the vibrant Porter Square's Japanese markets and independent bookstores, with the Red Line providing quick access to Harvard, MIT, and downtown Boston. The neighborhood's community gardens create green space gathering points, though winter parking during snow emergencies requires careful planning. Bike lanes throughout make car-free living practical despite New England weather challenges.
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Intellectual energy defines Neighborhood Nine, where Cambridge's northwestern district offers quieter alternatives to Harvard Square's intensity. The area features distinctive architecture from Victorian to Colonial Revival, while nearby Porter Square provides practical amenities within walking distance. Though rental rates reflect Cambridge's overall premium market, the neighborhood offers better space-to-price value than Harvard-adjacent districts while maintaining similar access to the city's academic institutions and cultural amenities through excellent transit connections.
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Cambridge, MA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 210 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Cambridge. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in Cambridge is $2,799 for a studio, $3,290 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $4,171 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Cambridge, the average rent is $2,799+ for a studio, $3,290+ for a 1-bedroom, $4,171+ for a 2-bedroom, and $4,767+ for a 3-bedroom.*
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Cambridge by using the cheap apartments filter or you can search by apartments that are offering move-in specials.
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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Cambridge. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Boston University, Emmanuel College, Roxbury Community College, Northeastern University Professional Advancement Network, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and University of Massachusetts-Lowell.