Cambridge, MA Rental Market Trends
Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau
Highlights
The average rent for an apartment in Cambridge is $3,755, a 0.77% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $3,726.
Studio Apartments at $2,927 offer the most budget-friendly option with 487 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.
One-bedroom apartments provide 712 square feet for $3,432, balancing privacy and affordability.
Two-beedroom units at $4,353 offer 1,052 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.
Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,307 sq ft) for $5,443, suitable for larger households.
Average rent in Cambridge, MA
Last updated: November 18, 2025
| Average Rent | Average Apartment Size | |
|---|---|---|
| All Rentals | $3,755 | 821 sq. ft. |
| Studio | $2,927 | 487 sq. ft. |
| 1 Bed | $3,432 | 712 sq. ft. |
| 2 Beds | $4,353 | 1,052 sq. ft. |
| 3 Beds | $5,443 | 1,307 sq. ft. |
Cambridge, MA rent trends
Rental prices in Cambridge, MA have increased by 0.77% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,726 to $3,755.
What's the typical rent budget in Cambridge, MA?
The largest share of rentals in Cambridge, MA (81%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
Do most people rent or own in Cambridge, MA?
32,874 or 66% of the households in Cambridge, MA are renter-occupied while 16,718 or 34% are owner-occupied.
Most affordable neighborhoods in Cambridge?
Peabody $2,849/month
West Cambridge $2,970/month
Mid-Cambridge $2,977/month
All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $3,755/month.Most expensive neighborhoods in Cambridge?
North Cambridge $3,675/month
Cambridgeport $3,804/month
East Cambridge $4,227/month
These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.Average Rent in Cambridge, MA By Neighborhood
| Neighborhood | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| East Cambridge | $4,227 |
| Cambridgeport | $3,804 |
| North Cambridge | $3,675 |
| Riverside | $3,425 |
| Cambridge Highlands | $3,163 |
| Mid-Cambridge | $2,977 |
| West Cambridge | $2,970 |
| Peabody | $2,849 |
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Cambridge | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood
Rent in Cambridge Highlands is 17% lower than in Cambridgeport
$3,163
Cambridge Highlands rent is 16% lower than Cambridge average
Average Rent
$3,163
$3,804
Cambridgeport rent is 1% higher than Cambridge average
Average Rent
$3,804
How Cambridge Compares to Other Cities
| City | Average Rent |
|---|---|
| Cambridge | $3,755 |
| Boston | $3,698 |
| Worcester | $2,050 |
| Quincy | $2,812 |
| Fall River | $2,111 |
| Somerville | $3,484 |
| Lowell | $2,269 |
| Salem | $2,723 |
| New Bedford | $2,053 |
| Weymouth Town | $2,552 |
| Braintree Town | $2,867 |
| Malden | $2,653 |
| Waltham | $3,190 |
| Watertown | $3,384 |
| Chelsea | $2,816 |
| Lynn | $2,419 |
| Medford, MA | $3,127 |
| Newton, MA | $3,840 |
| Revere, MA | $2,707 |
| Melrose, MA | $3,003 |
| Everett, MA | $2,959 |
Where this data comes from
The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.
Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Cambridge apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.
Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.