Cheap Homes for Rent in West Cambridge Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,300 (40 Rentals)

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77 Park Ave, Unit 1

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West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Cambridge Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Cambridge area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Walden Park priced from $2,487. CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,610. Here are the most affordable West Cambridge apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walden ParkThe CopleyStudio,1BA$2,487
CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square CommunitiesWendell Terrace - StudioStudio,1BA$2,610
Luxe at AlewifeA2Studio,1BA$2,684

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA

As of April 12, 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 43 Homer Ave Model at 43 Homer Ave, Unit #6-4 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
39 Parker St, Unit #B39 Parker St1BR,1BA$0.24
43 Homer Ave, Unit #6-443 Homer Ave2BR,1BA$0.25
39 Parker St, Unit B39 Parker St1BR,1BA$0.26
191 Mount Auburn St, Unit 2191 Mount Auburn St2BR,1BA$0.27
27 Gibson St, Unit #38 - 5D27 Gibson St1BR,1BA$0.29
101 Fayerweather St, Unit 2101 Fayerweather St3BR,1BA$0.40
224 Concord Ave, Unit 2224 Concord Ave4BR,2BA$0.43
224 Concord Ave, Unit 2224 Concord Ave4BR,2BA$0.43
21 Sparks St, Unit 121 Sparks St3BR,2BA$0.47
9 Foster Pl, Unit SF9 Foster Pl3BR,3BA$0.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in West Cambridge?

There are currently 128 Apartments for Rent in West Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $12,933. There are also 67 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Cambridge ranging from $2,350 to $16,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Cambridge?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Cambridge ranges from $2,350 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,650.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Cambridge?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Cambridge range from $925 to $12,933, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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