Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,200 (98 Rentals)

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East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Cambridge Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cambridge area is the $0.24 price per square foot 43 Anderson St Model at 43 Anderson St, Unit #41-32 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value East Cambridge apartment is the 232 Cambridge St Model at 232 Cambridge St, Unit 6 starting at $2,450 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Financial District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
43 Anderson St, Unit #41-3243 Anderson StStudio ,1BA$0.24
232 Cambridge St, Unit 6232 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.25
238 Cambridge St, Unit 6238 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.25
232 Cambridge St, Unit 9232 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.25
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
36 Harding St, Unit 136 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
42 Harding St, Unit 142 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
40 Harding St, Unit 240 Harding St2BR,1BA$0.23
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
8 Fulkerson St, Unit BR8 Fulkerson StStudio ,1BA$0.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

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Best Local Schools in
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

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Getting Around the East Cambridge Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

76 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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 East Cambridge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Cambridge?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Cambridge is at listed at $1,750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cambridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Cambridge Apartment is $1,700 at The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Cambridge is starting from $2,300 at .

What is the most affordable East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,750.

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