Homes for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $5,000 (4,493 Rentals)

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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property at 57 Broadway

57 Broadway

SomervilleMA02145
property at 113 Beacon St

113 Beacon St

BostonMA02116
property at 13 Sewall St

13 Sewall St

SomervilleMA02145

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property at 63 Merriam St

63 Merriam St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 871 Harrison Ave

871 Harrison Ave

BostonMA02118
property at 86 Hammond St

86 Hammond St

BostonMA02120
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in East Cambridge?

There are currently 9656 Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $24,052. There are also 5290 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 $5,259.

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 $2,650 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

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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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.