
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Port Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (38 Rentals)
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1293 Cambridge St, Unit 2b

Private bedroom in 5 bed/2 bath Home

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258 Prospect St

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61 Fayette St

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Private bedroom in 5 bed/2 bath Home

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Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

Private bedroom in 4 bed/2 bath Home

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11-13 Plymouth St

11-13 Plymouth St
The Port, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Port?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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The Port Studio Apartments | $3,166 | $2,100 | $5,569 |
The Port 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $1,200 | $6,250 |
The Port 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,069 | $2,300 | $8,671 |
The Port 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,627 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
The Port 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,069 | $1,400 | $7,600 |
The Port 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,999 | $1,125 | $7,375 |
The Port 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,923 | $7,600 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Port Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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33A Harding St, Unit A | 33A Harding St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
42 Harding St, Unit 1 | 42 Harding St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
36 Harding St, Unit 1 | 36 Harding St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
40 Harding St, Unit 2 | 40 Harding St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
16 Clinton St, Unit B | 16 Clinton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
80 Hampshire St, Unit 6A | 80 Hampshire St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
161 Hampshire St, Unit 3 | 161 Hampshire St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
34 Harding St, Unit 1 | 34 Harding St | 2BR,2BA | $0.28 |
38 Harding St, Unit 2 | 38 Harding St | 1BR,1BA | $0.28 |
269 Harvard St, Unit 1 | 269 Harvard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Port, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #14
Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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
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 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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