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5 Blake Street #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

Studio

1 bath

$2,700

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Available Sep 1

Hathaway Lofts - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

Hathaway Lofts

15 Richdale Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

Hardwood floor | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$3,725

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Massachusetts Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

4 beds

1 bath

$3,200

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Blake St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

1 bed

1 bath

$2,400

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available May 31

2-8 Orchard - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit

1d ago

8.6

Very good

2-8 Orchard

2 Orchard St, Cambridge, MA 02140

Central heat

Studio

1 bath

$2,600

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Richdale Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

Richdale Ave #2, Cambridge, MA 02140

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Storage

3 beds

1 bath

$3,600

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

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19 Creighton St #SF - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Porter Square townhouse for rent in Cambridge

New Gut Renovation Townhouse MUST SEE 5-6 BEDS Porter Sq.

19 Creighton St #SF, Cambridge, MA 02140

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

5 beds

4 baths

$6,700

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.

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Available Aug 1

5-7 Blake Street - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.6

Very good

5-7 Blake Street

5 Blake St, Cambridge, MA 02140

Studio

1 bath

$2,600–$2,650

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6 White Street Pl #R - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

ONLY HALF FEE - 3 BED 2 BATH - PORTER SQUARE

6 White Street Pl #R, Cambridge, MA 02140

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony

3 beds

2 baths

$4,400

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

1975 Massachusetts Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$3,900

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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51 Porter Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

4 beds

2 baths

$5,500

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5 Blake St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square house for rent in Cambridge

Studio

1 bath

$2,700

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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2031 Massachusetts Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

1 bath

$3,100

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

2039 Massachusetts Ave #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

1 bath

$3,650

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

2039 Massachusetts Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

4 beds

2 baths

$4,400

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

8 Blake St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

Studio

1 bath

$2,825

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

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172 Elm St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square condo for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

1 bath

$5,850

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Elm St #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

Elm St #3, Cambridge, MA 02144

On-site laundry | Fitness center

5 beds

2 baths

$8,350

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

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2039 Massachusetts Ave #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

1 bath

$3,650

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 1

58 Walden St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square house for rent in Cambridge

1 bed

1 bath

$2,800

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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9 Upland Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square condo for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

1 bath

$4,050

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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7 Blake St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square condo for rent in Cambridge

Studio

1 bath

$2,600

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Massachusetts Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

2016 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA

Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140

Air conditioning | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$3,800

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Cambridge Terrace #3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

Cambridge Terrace #3, Cambridge, MA 02140

On-site laundry | On-site management | Dishwasher

4 beds

2 baths

$5,600

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

60 Walden St #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$2,200

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

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Available Oct 1

5d+ ago

Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

1 bath

$2,995

The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.

Apartment for rent

Available Dec 29

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Porter Square apartment for rent in Cambridge

3 beds

2 baths

$3,995

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Available Dec 29

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Updated: June 7, 2026

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What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

One-bedroom apartments in Porter Square average around $2,600 per month in 2025. These units remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, with an average size of 682 sqft.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

Two-bedroom apartments in Porter Square average around $3,400 per month in 2025, down 1.7% from the previous year. These units typically offer around 1,125 sqft of living space.

What is the average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

Three-bedroom apartments in Porter Square average around $3,800 per month in 2025, down 1.4% from 2024. These larger units average 832 sqft in size.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

Porter Square's rental market averaged around $3,800 per month across all property types in 2025, up 11.1% year over year. Rent varies by unit type, with studios starting around $2,700 and larger apartments reaching around $3,800 monthly.

What is the average apartment size in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

Apartments in Porter Square average 840 sqft across all unit types. Studio apartments are the most compact at 367 sqft, while two-bedroom units offer the most space at 1,125 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

Three-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Porter Square, with about 23 listings available monthly. Two-bedroom units follow as the second most available option with about 14 listings per month.

Why Porter Square, Cambridge is a great place to live

Porter Square in Cambridge is a neighborhood that seamlessly aligns with the lifestyles and interests of its residents, particularly those who value social life and pet friendliness.

For individuals seeking an active social life, Porter Square stands out due to its strong emphasis on safety, well-maintained street infrastructure, and frequent transit options. The neighborhood's age distribution contributes to a vibrant community atmosphere, further enhanced by its high walk score, making it easy to explore local amenities and social spots.

Pet owners also find Porter Square highly appealing, thanks to its thoughtful pet-friendly features. These include designated spaces for pet waste, ample room for pets within homes, pet-safe windows, and access to pet grooming services. The neighborhood even hosts pet events, offers generous outdoor spaces, and has a policy of no breed restrictions, making it an ideal place for pet lovers to call home.

What type of apartment is least common in Porter Square, Cambridge, MA?

Studio apartments have the fewest listings in Porter Square, with about 4 available monthly. One-bedroom apartments are also relatively limited, averaging about 10 listings per month.

Methodology: How we got this data

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 2026 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.

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