Average Rent in Cambridge, MA
1 apartment buildings, 13 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$3,571/mo
Cheapest
$2,863/mo
Properties
1
Units
13
Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 1 properties in Cambridge, MA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Cambridge, MA Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prospect Union Square 50 Prospect St, Somerville, MA 02143, USA | $2,863 | $3,571 | $5.75 | 4.6 (114) | 13 |
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Cambridge, MA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Cambridge, MA is $3,571 per month, based on 13 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,863 at Prospect Union Square to $2,863 at Prospect Union Square.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,983/mo | $2,863/mo | 4 |
| 1 Bed | $3,291/mo | $3,182/mo | 5 |
| 2 Bed | $4,508/mo | $4,368/mo | 4 |
Every price comes directly from each property's leasing system, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Cambridge, MA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Cambridge, MA averages $3,291/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $4,508/mo.
Who employs renters in Boston
Demand in the Boston rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- MIT
- Harvard University
- Sanofi Genzyme
- Novartis
- Pfizer
- Moderna
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cambridge, MA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$143,000/year
30 percent rule -- using our average rent of $3,571/mo.
Comfortable income
$171,000/year
25 percent rule -- leaves more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,863/mo), you need to earn at least $115,000/year.
Cost of living in Cambridge, MA
We only have live rent data for Cambridge, MA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,571 |
| Estimated total | $3,571/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Massachusetts
How Cambridge, MA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Cambridge, MA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $4,642 | +30% | 24 |
| Lynn, MA | $3,105 | -13% | 15 |
| Springfield, MA | $1,632 | -54% | 12 |
| Lawrence, MA | $2,935 | -18% | 11 |
| Quincy, MA | $2,805 | -21% | 8 |
| Lowell, MA | $1,565 | -56% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Cambridge, MA?
The average rent in Cambridge, MA is $3,571 per month, based on 13 units across 1 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are updated every morning through our proprietary data sourcing.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Cambridge, MA?
The lowest available rent in Cambridge, MA starts at $2,863 per month. Availability changes daily as leasing data is refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA?
1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge, MA average $3,291/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $3,182/mo across 5 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA?
2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge, MA average $4,508/mo. Units start from $4,368/mo across 4 units currently listed.
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