Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Port Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (38 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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243 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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63 Inman Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

63 Inman Street

63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139

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The Port, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Port, MA

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Port area is the $0.19 price per square foot 33A Harding St Model at 33A Harding St, Unit A in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value The Port apartment is the 42 Harding St Model at 42 Harding St, Unit 1 starting at $2,050 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Port apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
42 Harding St, Unit 142 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
36 Harding St, Unit 136 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
40 Harding St, Unit 240 Harding St2BR,1BA$0.23
16 Clinton St, Unit B16 Clinton St1BR,1BA$0.24
80 Hampshire St, Unit 6A80 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25
161 Hampshire St, Unit 3161 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25
34 Harding St, Unit 134 Harding St2BR,2BA$0.28
38 Harding St, Unit 238 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.28
269 Harvard St, Unit 1269 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Port, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #14

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the The Port Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

96 / 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®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Port Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Port?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Port is at Market Central listed at $2,444.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Port Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Port Apartment is $2,380 at Clinton & Prospect Apartments.

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