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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA
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Apartments Under $1,300

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    32 Kent Street, Somerville, MA 02143
    STUDIO $1,144
    1 BED $1,274
    2+ BEDS $1,531
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    57-59 Vinal Avenue & 23 Grand View Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143
    STUDIO $1,234
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,288

Apartments Under $1,500

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    9-39 Medford Street, Somerville, MA 02143
    1 BED $1,315
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing

Apartments Under $2,100

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    525 Lincoln Street, Allston, MA 02134
    STUDIO $2,054+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    4 BEDS $1,996+
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    456 Medford Street, Somerville, MA 02144
    1 BED $2,090+
    2 BEDS $3,420

Apartments Under $2,300

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    123 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143
    STUDIO $2,100+
    1 BED $2,300+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing

Apartments Under $2,500

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    Kent Street Apartments, Brookline, MA 02446
    1 BED $2,350+
    2 BEDS $3,050
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    80 Fawcett Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,474+
    1 BED $2,980+
    2 BEDS $3,496+
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    56 Gardner Street, Allston, MA 02134
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,495+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    72 Marshall Street, Somerville, MA 02145
    1 BED $2,498

Apartments Under $2,700

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    270 Babcock St, Boston, MA 02215
    STUDIO $2,600+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,225+
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    19-21 Wendell Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,610+
    1 BED $2,775+
    2 BEDS $3,385+
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    1442 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,610+
    1 BED $2,775+
    2+ BEDS $3,385+
  • Rent Specials
    a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances a bedroom with a large bed and a window
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    35-43 Braintree St, Boston, MA 02134
    Available
    STUDIO $2,618+
    1 BED $3,755+
    2+ BEDS $4,725+
    a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances a bedroom with a large bed and a window a rendering of a gaming room with a foosball table and arcade games Free weights and other gym equipment at Red City Fitness, Allston MA
    Amenities
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Dishwasher
    • Pets Allowed
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    151 N. 1St St., Cambridge, MA 02141
    STUDIO $2,635+
    1 BED $3,360+
    2+ BEDS $4,695+
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    1-3 Langdon Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,705+
    1 BED $2,835+
    2 BEDS $3,735+
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    18-26 Chauncy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,725+
    1 BED $2,885+
    2+ BEDS $3,595+
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    219 Western Avenue, Allston, MA 02134
    STUDIO $2,744+
    1 BED $3,691+
    2+ BEDS $4,531+
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    89 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA 02134
    STUDIO $2,850
    1 BED $3,250+
    2 BEDS $4,351+
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    16 - 19A Forest Street, Cambridge, MA 02140
    1 BED $2,875+
    2 BEDS $3,400+
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    375 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,900
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • Top Rated for Staff
    Kitchen Bedroom
    4.0
    Today

    240 Sidney Street,, Cambridge, MA 02139
    7 Units available
    STUDIO $3,000+
    1 BED $3,741+
    2+ BEDS $5,173+
    Kitchen Bedroom a clubhouse with a dining room and a bar and a television Clubroom
    Property reviews
    5/5 J. E. on Oct 16, 2024

    Been living here for few months now and it has been great! The apartment was very clean when we moved in and we have loved getting to know other people that live at Chroma. Maintenance and the office staff have been helpful with anything we have needed! Highly recommend!

    5/5 Anonymous on Nov 6, 2023

    We love living here. It has everything we need and more. Never have to worry about anything - convenience and luxury all in one.

  • Top Rated for Location
    Rent Specials
    Upgraded Lightning Package at Linea Cambridge, Cambridge, MA 02140 Spacious bedroom with built-in storage and aqua accent bedding
    4.5
    Today

    1 Whittemore Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
    Available
    1 BED $3,064+
    2 BEDS $4,025+
    3+ BEDS $5,860+
    Upgraded Lightning Package at Linea Cambridge, Cambridge, MA 02140 Spacious bedroom with built-in storage and aqua accent bedding Bright common area with round dining table and contemporary decor Bright, well-equipped fitness center with rows of cardio machines
    Property reviews
    5/5 Anonymous on Apr 9, 2024

    So far its been great. The staff and maintenance have been very kind

    5/5 Meghan a. on Apr 10, 2019

    We lived here for 3 years and really enjoyed it! The team was very responsive with maitenance. Having a weight room was very convenient. We also enjoyed the location on the trail.

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    243 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2+ BEDS $3,600
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    218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA 02141
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,610 and $16,832.

How many cheap rentals are available in Cambridge, MA on RentCafe?

There are 157 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Cambridge, MA were last updated on 16 Mar 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Cambridge, MA?

The average Cambridge, MA cheap apartment size is 795 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Cambridge, MA?

Cheap apartments in Cambridge, MA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Cambridge, MA?

A cheap apartment in Cambridge, MA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Cambridge, MA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Cambridge, MA has never been easier. We feature 144 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Cambridge, MA average. What is a cheap rent in Cambridge, MA? The average apartment rent in Cambridge is $3,742 per month so any rental south of $2,994 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Cambridge, MA rents go as low as $1,144/mo.

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