Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Port Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,000 (32 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
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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 March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Port area is the $0.20 price per square foot 368 Broadway Model at 368 Broadway, Unit 2R in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value The Port apartment is the 287 Harvard St Model at 287 Harvard St, Unit 19 starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 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.
368 Broadway, Unit 2R368 BroadwayStudio ,1BA$0.20
287 Harvard St, Unit 19287 Harvard St2BR,1BA$0.26
161 Hampshire St, Unit 3161 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25
48 Inman St, Unit 4248 Inman St1BR,1BA$0.24
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
36 Harding St, Unit 136 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
42 Harding St, Unit 142 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
40 Harding St, Unit 240 Harding St2BR,1BA$0.23
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
8 Fulkerson St, Unit BR8 Fulkerson StStudio ,1BA$0.18

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
The Port, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #15

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 Park 151 listed at $2,540.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Port Apartment is $1,675 at .

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Port Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Port is starting from $2,300 at .

What is the most affordable The Port Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap The Port Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,454.

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