Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Porter Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (19 Rentals)

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Cogswell Avenue
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Cogswell Avenue

22-32 Cogswell AveCambridge, MA 02140
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26 Charnwood Rd
$1,0006 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

26 Charnwood Rd

Boston, MA 02144
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28 Charnwood Rd
$1,1254 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

28 Charnwood Rd

Boston, MA 02144
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Porter Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Porter Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Princeton24Studio,1BA$1,950
Chester Street ApartmentsStudio 380sf 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter Square, MA

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Porter Square area is the $0.30 price per square foot 14 Cherry St Model at 14 Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Porter Square apartment is the 60 Walden St Model at 60 Walden St, Unit 4 starting at $3,200 with a $0.32 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Porter Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
14 Cherry St, Unit 114 Cherry St2BR,1BA$0.30
60 Walden St, Unit 460 Walden St3BR,1BA$0.32
60 Walden St, Unit 460 Walden St3BR,1BA$0.30
28 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry St3BR,1BA$0.36
9 Windsor Rd, Unit 29 Windsor Rd2BR,1BA$0.32
18 Cherry St, Unit 2R18 Cherry St3BR,1BA$0.30
60 Walden St, Unit 260 Walden St1BR,1BA$0.22
9 Upland Rd, Unit 59 Upland Rd3BR,1BA$0.35
7 Upland Rd, Unit 27 Upland Rd3BR,1BA$0.35
25 Cogswell Ave, Unit #325 Cogswell Ave2BR,1BA$0.30

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Porter Square, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #8

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 Porter Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Porter Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Porter Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Porter Square is at The Princeton listed at $1,950.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Porter Square Apartment is $2,200 at The Princeton.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Porter Square Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Porter Square is starting from $3,250 at The Cantabrigia.

What is the most affordable Porter Square Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Porter Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $3,000.

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