Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,800 (154 Rentals)
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Briston Arms Apartments

Tempo Cambridge

24 Concord Ln

Chester Street Apartments

2512 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2

2512 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2A

10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1
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2512 Massachusetts Ave

5 Chester St, Unit Studio Cambridge

9 Chester St

5-7 Blake St

2534 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #2

9 Fairfield St, Unit 1L

The Laurent

Park 151

Urbane at Alewife

120 Walden St

Park77
North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
North Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,827 | $1,800 | $5,448 |
North Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $1,950 | $6,741 |
North Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,130 | $2,280 | $8,604 |
North Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,262 | $2,454 | $10,000+ |
North Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,854 | $2,005 | $10,000+ |
North Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,203 | $3,995 | $7,500 |
North Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,361 | $5,900 | $8,050 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 154 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available North Cambridge Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chester Street Apartments | Studio 380sf 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Davis Building | Studio + | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA
As of March 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Cambridge area is the $0.22 price per square foot 27 Cameron Ave Model at 27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value North Cambridge apartment is the 35 Davis Sq Model at 35 Davis Sq, Unit 10 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B | 27 Cameron Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
35 Davis Sq, Unit 10 | 35 Davis Sq | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
5 Blake St, Unit 1 | 5 Blake St | Studio ,1BA | $0.26 |
42 Rindge Ave, Unit C | 42 Rindge Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.24 |
16 Chester St, Unit 32 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
85 College Ave, Unit 2 | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
85 College Ave, Unit #2B | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
85 College Ave, Unit 2T | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
85 College Ave, Unit 2A | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
85 College Ave, Unit #2B | 85 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
Getting Around the North Cambridge Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
68 / 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 North Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Cambridge is at Chester Street Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment is $2,500 at Davis Building.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Cambridge is starting from $2,280 at .
What is the most affordable North Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,454.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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