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North Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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

As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Cambridge area is the $0.21 price per square foot 90 Albion St Model at 90 Albion St, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value North Cambridge apartment is the 3 Everett Ave Model at 3 Everett Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,250 with a $0.23 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.
90 Albion St, Unit 190 Albion StStudio ,1BA$0.21
3 Everett Ave, Unit 33 Everett Ave2BR,1BA$0.23
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 3639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
16 Chester St, Unit 3216 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.22
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
17 Ames St, Unit 117 Ames St3BR,1BA$0.22
27 Cameron Ave, Unit 1B27 Cameron AveStudio ,1BA$0.22

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Cambridge

What type of rentals are currently available in North Cambridge?

There are currently 6718 Apartments for Rent in North Cambridge, MA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $29,690. There are also 3115 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Cambridge ranging from $1,800 to $16,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Cambridge ranges from $1,800 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,173.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Cambridge range from $1,025 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,650 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.

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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 Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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