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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Cambridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Cambridge, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Boylston St, 40 in the Financial District neighborhood priced from $1,517. The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ in the Kendall Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Cambridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boylston St, 401 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,517
The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,700
35 @ EightSixtyStudio - Income-BasedStudio,1BA$1,713

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA and Nearby

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Cambridge area is the $0.20 price per square foot 679 Massachusetts Ave Model at 679 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value East Cambridge apartment is the 73 Westland Ave Model at 73 Westland Ave starting at $1,975 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
679 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B679 Massachusetts AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
73 Westland Ave73 Westland AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
1067 Beacon St, Unit 61067 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
114 Perkins St, Unit 10114 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
60 Huntington Ave, Unit 53-10360 Huntington AveStudio ,1BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
112 Perkins St, Unit 10112 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in East Cambridge?

There are currently 9985 Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $21,000. There are also 5491 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Cambridge ranging from $1,600 to $22,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Cambridge ranges from $1,600 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,306.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Cambridge range from $1,025 to $21,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $22,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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