
Homes for Rent by Owner in Cambridge, MA (81 Rentals)


2 Emmons Pl, Unit 2A

75 5th St

1617 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 31

291 Elm St, Unit 3BB

65 Museum St, Unit 2

30 Cambridge Ter

58 Regent St

10 Museum Way

2 Earhart St
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1600 Massachusetts Ave

18 Clyde Street

17 Stearns Rd, Unit 1

482 Beacon St, Unit 22

87 Gainsborough St, Unit 205

47 Brackett St, Unit 2

85 E India Row, Unit 37ABC

115 Highland Ave, Unit 14

19 Malvern Ave

11 Pearl Ter, Unit 1
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44 Newton St

74 Sharon St

5 Malvern Ter

185 High St, Unit 204

36 Kilsyth Rd, Unit 1

93 Chester St, Unit 2

70 Strathmore Rd, Unit A

70A Strathmore Rd, Unit 70A

71 Border St, Unit 101

1423 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1427
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112 Allston St, Unit 3

121 Portland St, Unit 505

158 Kelton St, Unit 1

12 Stoneholm St, Unit 417

387 Marlborough St, Unit 5

1419 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 404

15 N Beacon, Unit 228

86 Jersey St

82 Jersey St, Unit Fully Furnished NO FEE

18 Bigelow St, Unit #1
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66 Brooks St, Unit 3

226 Jamaicaway, Unit 3

80 E Brookline St, Unit 2

41 Beacon St

830 Huntington Ave

86 Colborne Rd, Unit 1

92 Beacon St, Unit 1

483 Beacon St, Unit #96

118 Webster St, Unit 2

9 Gardner Ter, Unit 3
Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,661 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,382 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,412 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,390 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,768 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,423 | $7,700 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
What type of rentals are currently available in Cambridge?
There are currently 22697 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $29,920. There are also 14340 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cambridge ranging from $1,200 to $40,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cambridge?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cambridge ranges from $1,200 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,285.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cambridge?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cambridge range from $1,025 to $28,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.