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Last updated on November 12, 2026
Average rent in
Cambridge, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 12, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Cambridge rent stands today
Cambridge, MA rent rose 7.7% year over year, with a current median of $3,499/month. Renters today are paying $249 more per month on average than last year, with rents close to the recent peak from April 2025.
Vs. national rents
Cambridge rents run roughly 1.8× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among the priciest metros in the country. The market offers 1,043 total rentals, mostly apartments, reflecting a high-demand urban environment.
Price ranges
Studios in Cambridge rent for about $2,686/month, 1-bedrooms around $3,220/month, and 2-bedrooms near $3,885/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,950/month. Houses command a median of $4,100/month while apartments sit at $3,500/month, showing clear price tiers across unit types.
Neighborhood spotlight
Area IV rents rose 26.9% year over year to $3,965/month, a notable increase compared to the citywide rise of 7.7%. Meanwhile, Porter Square and Inman Square saw declines of -11.4% and -11.1% respectively, reflecting divergent neighborhood trends within Cambridge.
Median rent
Median rent in Cambridge
$3,499/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Cambridge is $3,499 per month as of November 2026. This is 84% above the national average rent, or $1,599 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cambridge
1,043
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cambridge rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cambridge, MA
Average rent prices in Cambridge have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Cambridge, MA
Rent prices in Cambridge vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cambridge is $3,500, whereas a house costs $4,100. 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge run $3,262 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,892.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,686 | 1% | 5% | |
1 bedroom | $3,220 | No Change | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $3,885 |  1% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $4,500 | No Change | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $5,950 | No Change | 15% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cambridge Highlands | $3,648 | |
Cambridgeport | $4,082 | |
East Cambridge | $3,767 | |
Kendall Square | $3,787 | |
Mid Cambridge | $3,000 | |
Neighborhood Nine | $2,850 | |
North Cambridge | $3,266 | |
Riverside | $3,400 | |
Strawberry Hill | $3,871 | |
Wellington Harrington | $2,950 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,500 | No Change | 8% | |
Condos | $3,200 | 9% | 3% | |
Houses | $4,100 | No Change | 3% | |
Rooms | $1,595 | 7% | 18% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,686
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$3,220
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,885
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,500
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,950
Last year
15%
East Cambridge
Average rent
$3,767
North Cambridge
Average rent
$3,266
Kendall Square
Average rent
$3,787
Mid Cambridge
Average rent
$3,000
Cambridgeport
Average rent
$4,082
Riverside
Average rent
$3,400
Neighborhood Nine
Average rent
$2,850
Cambridge Highlands
Average rent
$3,648
Strawberry Hill
Average rent
$3,871
Wellington Harrington
Average rent
$2,950
Apartments
Average rent
$3,500
Last year
8%
Condos
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$4,100
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
18%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Cambridge, MA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Cambridge, MA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Cambridge and Boston by all bedroom counts and property types.
Cambridge
84%higher than the national median
80%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cambridge, MA is 2% higher than the median rent in Boston, MA.
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Discover rentals in Cambridge, MA
5d+ ago
Inman Square apartment for rent in Cambridge
5 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 20
2d ago
Wellington - Harrington apartment for rent in Cambridge
11 Plymouth St #2E, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 23
5d+ ago
East Cambridge condo for rent in Cambridge
51 5th St #2, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Wellington - Harrington apartment for rent in Cambridge
11 Plymouth St #2A, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
22h ago
Verified
425 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,970–$26,894
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$19,888
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Aggasiz - Harvard University townhouse for rent in Cambridge
4 beds
4.5 baths
$15,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Aggasiz - Harvard University apartment for rent in Cambridge
6 Howland St, Cambridge, MA 02138
3 beds
2.5 baths
$12,350
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
1h ago
Verified
80 Cambridgepark Dr, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,684–$14,657
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
120 Rindge Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$4,725–$5,025
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
249 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,946–$6,171
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,197–$5,859
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
700 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,777–$5,214
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 11
1h ago
Verified
80 Cambridgepark Dr, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,684–$14,657
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
249 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,946–$6,171
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,197–$5,859
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
700 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
1–3 beds
1 bath
$2,777–$5,214
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 11
14h ago
Verified
249 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,946–$6,171
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,197–$5,859
Price droppedTotal Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
10 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA 02139
2–3 beds
2 baths
$3,337–$5,807
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Cambridge, MA
Quick answers to common questions about the Cambridge rental market.
How much is rent in Cambridge?
The average rent in Cambridge is $3,499 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cambridge?
Average rent prices in Cambridge have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Cambridge rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cambridge is 84% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,599 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Cambridge?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Cambridge are Neighborhood Nine ($2,850/mo), Wellington Harrington ($2,950/mo), and Mid Cambridge ($3,000/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cambridge?
To comfortably afford rent in Cambridge, you'd need to earn approximately $140,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cambridge?
December represents the best time to apartment hunt in Cambridge, with rents running about 8.9% lower than the peak season in May. July is the most competitive month with higher demand relative to available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).