Cheap Homes for Rent in Porter Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,900 (40 Rentals)

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property at 5 Blake St

5 Blake St, Unit 8

5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
property at 5 Blake St

5 Blake St, Unit 7

5 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140

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property at 5 Blake St

5 Blake St

CambridgeMA02140
property at 60 Walden St

60 Walden St, Unit 3

60 Walden St
CambridgeMA02140
property at 12 Hancock St

12 Hancock St, Unit 3

12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 12 Hancock St

12 Hancock St, Unit 3

12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144

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property at 12 Hancock St

12 Hancock St, Unit 3

12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 12 Hancock St

12 Hancock St, Unit 3

12 Hancock St
SomervilleMA02144
property at 68 Porter Rd

68 Porter Rd, Unit 1

68 Porter Rd
CambridgeMA02140

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Porter Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Porter Square, MA

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Porter Square area is the $0.23 price per square foot 28 Cherry St Model at 28 Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Porter Square apartment is the 60 Walden St Model at 60 Walden St, Unit 4 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 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.
28 Cherry St, Unit 128 Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
60 Walden St, Unit 460 Walden St3BR,1BA$0.30
18 Cherry St, Unit 2R18 Cherry St3BR,1BA$0.30
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
28A Cherry St, Unit 128A Cherry St1BR,1BA$0.23
14 Cherry St, Unit A14 Cherry St2BR,1BA$0.30
15 Blake St, Unit #815 Blake StStudio ,1BA$0.24
68 Porter Rd, Unit 168 Porter Rd1BR,1BA$0.30
60 Walden St, Unit 460 Walden St3BR,1BA$0.33
5 Chester St, Unit 385 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Porter Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Porter Square?

There are currently 585 Apartments for Rent in Porter Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $13,000. There are also 279 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Porter Square ranging from $1,900 to $12,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Porter Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Porter Square ranges from $1,900 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,775.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Porter Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Porter Square range from $3,000 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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