What are the average rent costs in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent in Cambridge, MA is $3,274.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Cambridge, MA is $2,782.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $3,274.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $4,120.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $5,317.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $5,643.

Apartments with Wheelchair Access in Cambridge, MA

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STUDIO

$2,519+

1 BED

$3,389+

2 BEDS

$4,695+

3 BEDS

$6,301+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,519 - $14,303
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,519 - $14,303

Elevate

One Leighton St, Cambridge, MA 02141

Call (857) 361-4059
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1 Month Free

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STUDIO

$3,116+

2 BEDS

$4,279+

Plus Fees

Chroma

240 Sidney St, Cambridge, MA 02139

Call (857) 214-2246
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1 BED

$3,059+

2 BEDS

$3,699+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,059 - $6,695
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$3,059 - $6,695

Cambridge Park Apartments

30 Cambridge Park Dr, Cambridge, MA 02140

Call (781) 430-4368
STUDIO

$2,327+

1 BED

$2,604+

2 BEDS

$2,746+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,327 - $6,805
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,327 - $6,805

Atmark Cambridge

80 Fawcett St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Call (857) 799-3859
STUDIO

$2,644+

1 BED

$3,524+

2 BEDS

$4,589+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,644 - $11,262
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,644 - $11,262
- 12 Month Lease

Proto Kendall Square

88 Ames St, Cambridge, MA 02142

Call (781) 570-5795
STUDIO

$2,655+

1 BED

$2,555+

2 BEDS

$3,820+

3 BEDS

$4,545+

Plus Fees

The Royal Belmont

375 Acorn Park Dr, Belmont, MA 02478

Call (857) 453-8483
STUDIO

$3,170+

1 BED

$3,371+

2 BEDS

$4,729+

3 BEDS

$6,762+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,170 - $14,080
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$3,170 - $14,080

Twenty20

20 Child St, Cambridge, MA 02141

Call (781) 782-2937
1 BED

$1,950+

2 BEDS

$2,280+

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Briston Arms Apartments

237 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,000

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$4,000
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$4,000
- 12 Month Lease

332 Franklin St Unit 101

332 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139

Apply
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STUDIO, 1 BATH

$2,700

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,700
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,700
- 12 Month Lease

315 Western Ave Unit 307

315 Western Ave, Boston, MA 02135

Apply
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$6,800

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$6,800
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$6,800

83 Cambridge Pkwy Unit W201

83 Cambridge Pkwy, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,000

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$4,000
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$4,000

9 Medford St Unit 508

9 Medford St, Somerville, MA 02143

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Cambridge at a Glance

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$3,274

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Cambridge, MA Apartments for Rent

Cambridge welcomes apartment seekers to a historic city located across the Charles River from Boston. Home to Harvard University and MIT, Cambridge features distinctive neighborhoods connected by the MBTA Red Line and numerous bus routes, making transportation convenient for residents. The city's well-known squares—Harvard, Central, Kendall, and Porter—each offer their own mix of restaurants, shops, and amenities.

Apartments in Cambridge put residents near Kendall Square, a global center for technology and biotechnology companies. The city's transportation network includes the MBTA Red Line and extensive bus service, while dedicated bike paths and walkable streets make it easy to get around without a car. Residents appreciate the local restaurants, independent retailers, and cultural destinations like the Harvard Art Museums, all part of Cambridge's engaging community atmosphere.

Renting in Cambridge

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 477 Sq Ft $2,782 / mo
1 Bedroom 711 Sq Ft $3,274 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,059 Sq Ft $4,120 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,252 Sq Ft $5,317 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,416 Sq Ft $5,643 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Cambridge

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Strawberry Hill 1,052 Sq Ft $2,624/mo
Huron Village 1,885 Sq Ft $2,658/mo
Inman Square 6,602 Sq Ft $2,717/mo
Mid-Cambridge 3,116 Sq Ft $2,729/mo
West Cambridge 1,912 Sq Ft $2,856/mo
Porter Square 4,124 Sq Ft $2,912/mo
Aggasiz 1,926 Sq Ft $2,918/mo
Neighborhood Nine 1,774 Sq Ft $2,923/mo
Riverside 3,298 Sq Ft $2,973/mo
Harvard Square 2,720 Sq Ft $3,197/mo

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Getting Around Cambridge

Transportation

Walker’s Paradise

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Biker’s Paradise

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Excellent Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Middle School

Lesley University

Private University

Cambridge College

Private University

Harvard University

Private University

Lesley University, Porter Porter Campus

Private University

MIT

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Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,867 Students

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Rindge Avenue Upper School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

274 Students

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Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

251 Students

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Vassal Lane Upper School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

273 Students

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Cambridge Street Upper School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

293 Students

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