Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cambridge Highlands Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (73 Rentals)

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Cheap Apartments in the Cambridge Highlands area of Cambridge.

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19 Garden St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

19 Garden St

19 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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Putnam Manor
Studio Apartments

Putnam Manor

16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge Highlands, MA

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cambridge Highlands area is the $0.23 price per square foot 78 Decatur St Model at 78 Decatur St, Unit 3 in the in the East Arlington neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Cambridge Highlands apartment is the 204 Banks St Model at 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
78 Decatur St, Unit 378 Decatur St1BR,1BA$0.23
204 Banks St, Unit #218-7204 Banks StStudio ,1BA$0.23
28 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
333 Beacon St, Unit 1333 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.21
141 Franklin St, Unit 1141 Franklin St3BR,1BA$0.21
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 3639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #20

Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA

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Getting Around the Cambridge Highlands Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cambridge Highlands Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cambridge Highlands Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge Highlands is starting from $2,400 at Riverside Apartments, 8-20.

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Written by: Sandy Baker

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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