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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Square

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  3. Building Photo - 184 Green St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500
         - 9 Month Lease

    184 Green St Unit 1

    184 Green St, Cambridge, MA 02139
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  7. Building Photo - 100 River St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,400+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,000+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400 - $3,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400 - $3,000
         - 12 Month Lease

    100 River St

    100 River St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  8. Building Photo - 219 Green St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400

    219 Green St Unit 2

    219 Green St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  9. Building Photo - 3 Watson St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,450
         - 12 Month Lease

    3 Watson St Unit 2R

    3 Watson St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  11. Building Photo - 59 Bishop Allen Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500
         - 12 Month Lease

    59 Bishop Allen Dr Unit 3

    59 Bishop Allen Dr, Cambridge, MA 02139
  12. Interior Photo - Market Central
    STUDIO
    $2,553+
    1 BED
    $2,980+
    2 BEDS
    $3,741+
    3 BEDS
    $5,027+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,553 - $6,455
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,553 - $6,455

    Market Central

    425 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
    (781) 808-2120
  17. Building Photo - 219 Green St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    219 Green St Unit 2R

    219 Green St, Cambridge, MA 02139
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  18. Building Photo - 17 Pearl St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    17 Pearl St Unit 7

    17 Pearl St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  19. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    454 Green St Unit 3

    454 Green St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  22. Building Photo - 15 Pearl St
    1 BED, 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

    15 Pearl St Unit 7

    15 Pearl St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  23. Building Photo - 470 Green St
    1 BED, 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

    470 Green St Unit 2

    470 Green St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  25. Building Photo - 881 Massachusetts Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800
         - 12 Month Lease

    881 Massachusetts Ave Unit 7

    881 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
  26. Building Photo - 11 William St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800
         - 12 Month Lease

    11 William St Unit S

    11 William St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  27. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800
         - 12 Month Lease

    422 Franklin St Unit 1L

    422 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  28. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800
         - 12 Month Lease

    23 Pine St Unit 2##

    23 Pine St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  29. Building Photo - 188 Franklin St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800

    188 Franklin St Unit 1

    188 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  30. Building Photo - 11 William St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800

    11 William St

    11 William St, Cambridge, MA 02139
  37. Building Photo - 1 Ashburton Pl
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,950
         - 12 Month Lease

    1 Ashburton Pl Unit 2

    1 Ashburton Pl, Cambridge, MA 02139
  41. Building Photo - 369 Franklin St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,000
         - 12 Month Lease

    369 Franklin St Unit 1

    369 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139
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  42. Building Photo - 881 Massachusetts Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,000
         - 12 Month Lease

    881 Massachusetts Ave Unit 885-8

    881 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
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Some Transit

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Central Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

When looking for cheap apartments in Central Square, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Central Square.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 119 cheap apartments available in Central Square, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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Walker’s Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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.
99

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.
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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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