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property at 45 Inman St

45 Inman St, Unit 42

45 Inman St
CambridgeMA02139

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property at 18 Union St

18 Union St, Unit 1

18 Union St
CambridgeMA02141
property at 1054 Cambridge St

1054 Cambridge St

CambridgeMA02139
property at 48 Inman St

48 Inman St

CambridgeMA02139

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38 Jefferson St

CambridgeMA02141
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The Port, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Port, MA

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Port area is the $0.25 price per square foot 161 Hampshire St Model at 161 Hampshire St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value The Port apartment is the 33A Harding St Model at 33A Harding St, Unit A starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 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.
161 Hampshire St, Unit 3161 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
34 Harding St, Unit 134 Harding St2BR,2BA$0.28
36 Harding St, Unit 136 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
38 Harding St, Unit 238 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.28
42 Harding St, Unit 142 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
19 Harding St, Unit 319 Harding St2BR,1BA$0.28
80 Hampshire St, Unit 6A80 Hampshire St1BR,1BA$0.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Port

What type of rentals are currently available in The Port?

There are currently 1039 Apartments for Rent in The Port, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $12,800. There are also 428 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in The Port ranging from $2,100 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in The Port?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in The Port ranges from $2,100 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,314.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in The Port?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in The Port range from $1,250 to $10,005, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,837 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.