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The average monthly rent in Kendall Square, Cambridge is up 2.57% compared to last month and up 14.35% year-over-year.
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1–2 baths
$3,425–$8,706
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1 bed
1 bath
$4,200
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Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,710–$5,280
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100 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02142
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
Studio
1 bath
$2,825
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 14
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100 Memorial Dr #2-2B, Cambridge, MA 02142
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$3,145
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 3
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100 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02142
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$3,775
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 14
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100 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02142
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
Studio
1 bath
$2,825
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 14
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100 Memorial Dr #5-03A, Cambridge, MA 02142
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
3 beds
1 bath
$4,785
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 14
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100 Memorial Dr #2-9B, Cambridge, MA 02142
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$3,145
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 14
3d ago
250 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
0–2 baths
$2,765–$7,935
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
1d ago
350 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,225–$8,199
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #614, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,770
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 21
3d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #1212, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$4,407
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 18
3d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #423, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$4,963
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 15
3d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #122, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$4,696
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 18
3d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #716, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$5,233
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 18
3d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #816, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$5,200
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
3d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
198 Binney St #115, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$3,860
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
4d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #221, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,878
$4,618
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Available Sep 22
4d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #503, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,156
$4,046
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Available Sep 30
4d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
198 Binney St #3201, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,980
$3,850
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Available Sep 22
4d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
198 Binney St #2109, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,935
$3,815
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Available Sep 22
4d ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
198 Binney St #3102, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,804
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1105, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$5,074
$4,962
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Available Sep 27
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #610, Cambridge, MA 02142
3 beds
2 baths
$7,715
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 20
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #1813, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio
1 bath
$3,755
$3,586
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Available Sep 24
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #721, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$3,945
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #211, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$4,020
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1306, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$4,319
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 22
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1702, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$4,317
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 20
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #207, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$4,656
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 17
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1007, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
2 baths
$4,863
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 18
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
198 Binney St #502, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$3,390
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #1011, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$4,378
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 11
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #903, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio
1 bath
$3,628
$3,445
Price drop
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Available Nov 4
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #2313, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio
1 bath
$4,130
$3,947
Price drop
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Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #704, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$4,158
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 10
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #803, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio
1 bath
$3,280
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 16
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #1910, Cambridge, MA 02142
3 beds
2 baths
$7,975
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 26
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
168 Broadway #1801, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$5,055
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 18
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #237, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$4,853
$4,663
Price drop
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Available Oct 10
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #628, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,053
$4,908
Price drop
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 8
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #328, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$5,025
$4,840
Price drop
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 22
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
198 Binney St #4412, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$4,130
$3,945
Price drop
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 26
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #635, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$3,538
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 6
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #803, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$7,512
$7,262
Price drop
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Available Oct 28
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
288 3rd St #140, Cambridge, MA 02142
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$3,426
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 6
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1006, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$4,244
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 11
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1601, Cambridge, MA 02142
2 beds
1 bath
$4,664
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
5d+ ago
Kendall Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
253 Kendall St #1501, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio
1 bath
$2,946
The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 15
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As of today, you'll find 61 apartments for rent in Cambridge, with a median rent price of $3,980 per month. Cambridge has seen a 14%—or $514—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$3,980Year Over Year Change
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The average rent in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,980, which is a 14.35% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA is about $3,920. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA is $4,718, and studios are about $3,075 per month.
See more Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA rent data on our rent research page.
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Age Range
0-19
17%
20-34
57%
35-44
13%
45-64
5%
65+
6%
Language
English
51%
Spanish
7%
Indo Euro
18%
Asia Pac
18%
Other
4%
Education
No HS
0%
High School
1%
Bachelor's
39%
Master's
30%
Prof Degree
8%
Doctorate
19%
Household Income
0-25k
14%
25-50k
20%
50-75k
7%
75-100k
11%
100-150k
23%
150k+
23%
Kendall Square, Cambridge has a walk score of 9/10, so when you need to run errands or leave the neighborhood, consider heading out on foot. With a public transportation score of 9/10, you’ll have many opportunities to commute via metro bus or train.
Scores for Cambridge are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
Kendall Square's rental market offers a very strong selection of listings, with an average of 133 rentals available each month in 2024. The majority of these listings are 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, with studios also being a popular option. Many of these apartments offer desirable amenities, including in-unit laundry, which is available in 75% of listings. Additionally, 73% of apartments in Kendall Square allow pets, with some restrictions, making this neighborhood a great option for pet owners. With its convenient location and range of amenities, Kendall Square is a popular choice for renters in Cambridge.
Kendall Square in Cambridge has experienced a relatively stable rental market in 2024, with a modest year-over-year increase of 0.29% in average rent across all property types, reaching $3,982 per month. Breaking it down by bed count, 1-bedrooms saw a 1.14% increase to $3,799, while 2-bedrooms rose by 1.95% to $4,887. Studios experienced a 1.47% increase to $3,095. Notably, 3-bedrooms saw a 2.55% decrease to $6,271.
The most competitive and expensive time to rent in Kendall Square is April, with rents peaking at 10.19% higher than the lowest month, November. For renters looking for a better deal, November offers more affordable options with lower demand. Overall, Kendall Square's rental market remains relatively consistent, with minor fluctuations throughout the year.
Kendall Square is a hub for renters who prioritize fitness and socializing. Our analysis of local amenities and apartment features reveals that this neighborhood excels in supporting active lifestyles and community engagement.
With numerous apartments offering onsite gym equipment, fitness centers, and sports facilities, staying active is effortless in Kendall Square. Additionally, features like low VOC materials, soundproofing, and advanced HVAC systems create a healthy living environment. For those who value social connections, the area's high walk score, frequent transit options, and shared community spaces make it easy to get out and meet new people. With a strong focus on safety and well-designed street infrastructure, Kendall Square is an ideal choice for renters seeking a balanced lifestyle that combines wellness and social activity.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
The average rent for 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Kendall Square is $4036 per month. There are 22 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Kendall Square, MA.
The average rent for 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Kendall Square is $4756 per month. Currently, there are 20 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Kendall Square, MA.
The average rent for 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Kendall Square is $7247 per month. As of today, there are 5 3 bedroom apartments for rent in Kendall Square, MA.
The average rent price in Kendall Square, MA for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4756 per month. Kendall Square average rent price is above the average national apartment rent price which is $1750 per month for a 2 bedroom apartment. Aside from rent price, the cost of living in Kendall Square is also important to know. Cost of living includes but is not limited to: groceries, gas, utilities, water, and electric.
The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Kendall Square is 696 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Kendall Square is 1046 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Kendall Square is 1490 square feet.
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2 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA right now.
3 bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA right now.
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