
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,900 (25 Rentals)
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414 Mount Auburn St, Unit #144 - B

66 Homer Ave
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115 Holworthy St, Unit 1

CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities

191 Mount Auburn St, Unit 2

69 Holworthy St, Unit 2

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West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,947 | $2,200 | $5,448 |
West Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,918 | $1,950 | $6,298 |
West Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,230 | $2,280 | $8,259 |
West Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,767 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
West Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,735 | $2,005 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Homer Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Walden Park | The Copley | Studio,1BA | $2,452 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA
As of March 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Cambridge area is the $0.24 price per square foot 39 Parker St Model at 39 Parker St, Unit #B in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value West Cambridge apartment is the 39 Parker St Model at 39 Parker St, Unit B starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Harvard Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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39 Parker St, Unit #B | 39 Parker St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
39 Parker St, Unit B | 39 Parker St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
191 Mount Auburn St, Unit 2 | 191 Mount Auburn St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
71 Holworthy St | 71 Holworthy St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
99 Lexington Ave, Unit 1 | 99 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.33 |
101 Fayerweather St, Unit 2 | 101 Fayerweather St | 3BR,1BA | $0.40 |
150 Vassal Ln, Unit 1 | 150 Vassal Ln | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
150 Vassal Ln, Unit 1 | 150 Vassal Ln | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
65 Alpine St, Unit 65 | 65 Alpine St | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.67 |
115 Holworthy St, Unit 1 | 115 Holworthy St | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #2
Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Cambridge Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 West Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Cambridge is at Homer Apartments listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Cambridge Apartment is $2,600 at Homer Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Cambridge is starting from $2,280 at .
What is the most affordable West Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $3,000.
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