Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Inman Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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179 Prospect St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

179 Prospect St

179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

279 Harvard St

279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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63 Inman Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

63 Inman Street

63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139

Inman Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Inman Square, MA

As of April 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Inman Square area is the $0.33 price per square foot 2 Hampshire Ct Model at 2 Hampshire Ct, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Inman Square apartment is the 161 Hampshire St Model at 161 Hampshire St, Unit 3 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Inman Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2 Hampshire Ct, Unit 22 Hampshire Ct2BR,1BA$0.33
161 Hampshire St, Unit 3161 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25
369 Prospect St, Unit 03369 Prospect St2BR,1BA$0.36
377 Prospect St, Unit 03377 Prospect St2BR,1BA$0.36
65 Inman St, Unit #B165 Inman StStudio ,1BA$0.21
1094 Cambridge St, Unit 11094 Cambridge St3BR,1BA$0.36
1096 Cambridge St, Unit 11096 Cambridge St3BR,1BA$0.36
269 Harvard St, Unit 1269 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.29
269 Harvard St, Unit 1269 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.29
137 Hampshire St, Unit #3137 Hampshire St2BR,1BA$0.35

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Inman Square, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Inman Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

79 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Inman Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Inman Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Inman Square is at Park 151 listed at $2,755.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Inman Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Inman Square Apartment is $3,175 at 605 Concord at Fresh Pond.

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