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North Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Cambridge area is the $0.21 price per square foot 75 Gilman St Model at 75 Gilman St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value North Cambridge apartment is the 90 Albion St Model at 90 Albion St, Unit 1 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
75 Gilman St, Unit 175 Gilman St1BR,1BA$0.21
90 Albion St, Unit 190 Albion StStudio ,1BA$0.21
154 Mount Auburn St, Unit B154 Mount Auburn StStudio ,1BA$0.21
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 3639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
65 Inman St, Unit #B165 Inman StStudio ,1BA$0.21
54 West St, Unit #1954 West St1BR,1BA$0.18
3 Forest St, Unit #2023 Forest St1BR,1BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
333 Beacon St, Unit 1333 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.21
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Cambridge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Cambridge?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Cambridge is at Brattle Drive Apartments listed at $2,000.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Cambridge Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Cambridge is starting from $2,300 at Medford Square Riverside.

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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.

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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.

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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.