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Last updated on August 13, 2026
Average rent in
Cambridge, MA
Average rent in
Last updated on August 13, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Cambridge rent stands today
Cambridge, MA rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $3,483/month. Renters are paying about $50 more per month than last year, with a modest 1.0% increase month over month as rents edge up slightly after a trough in late 2025.
Compared to national trends
Cambridge rents run roughly 1.8× the $1,925/month national median, placing it among the priciest metro areas. With 1,241 total rentals, the market offers a limited but high-cost selection for renters.
Price ranges
Studios rent for about $2,702/month, 1-bedrooms for $3,100/month, 2-bedrooms for $3,848/month, 3-bedrooms for $4,314/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $5,350/month. Apartments make up 87.7% of rentals and rent around $3,495/month, while houses rent higher at $4,150/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Cambridge
$3,483/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Cambridge is $3,483 per month as of August 2026. This is 81% above the national average rent, or $1,558 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cambridge
1,241
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cambridge rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cambridge, MA
Average rent prices in Cambridge have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same 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 $3,495, whereas a house costs $4,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge run $3,125 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,890.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,702 |  2% |  1% | |
1 bedroom | $3,100 | 3% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $3,848 | No Change | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $4,314 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $5,350 | 1% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cambridgeport | $4,200 | |
East Cambridge | $3,913 | |
Kendall Square | $3,637 | |
Mid Cambridge | $2,975 | |
Neighborhood Nine | $3,192 | |
North Cambridge | $3,407 | |
Riverside | $3,500 | |
Strawberry Hill | $3,782 | |
Wellington Harrington | $3,500 | |
West Cambridge | $2,900 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,495 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $3,350 | 4% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,150 | 4% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,535 | 21% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$2,702
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$3,100
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,848
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,314
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,350
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
East Cambridge
Average rent
$3,913
North Cambridge
Average rent
$3,407
Riverside
Average rent
$3,500
Mid Cambridge
Average rent
$2,975
Cambridgeport
Average rent
$4,200
Kendall Square
Average rent
$3,637
Neighborhood Nine
Average rent
$3,192
Strawberry Hill
Average rent
$3,782
West Cambridge
Average rent
$2,900
Wellington Harrington
Average rent
$3,500
Apartments
Average rent
$3,495
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$3,350
Last 30 days
4%
Houses
Average rent
$4,150
Last 30 days
4%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,535
Last 30 days
21%
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
81%higher than the national median
76%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cambridge, MA is 3% higher than the median rent in Boston, MA.
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Discover rentals in Cambridge, MA
1d ago
East Cambridge condo for rent in Cambridge
67 Gore St, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 bed
1 bath
$1,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
Verified
129 5th St #1, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Aug 15
2d ago
Aggasiz - Harvard University apartment for rent in Cambridge
61 Garfield St #11, Cambridge, MA 02138
1 bed
1 bath
$1,780
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
3d ago
329 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA 02139
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$20,552
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
425 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,750–$16,007
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Aggasiz - Harvard University apartment for rent in Cambridge
6 Howland St, Cambridge, MA 02138
3 beds
2.5 baths
$12,350
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
5d+ ago
Aggasiz - Harvard University apartment for rent in Cambridge
3 beds
2.5 baths
$12,350
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 31
12h ago
Verified
80 Cambridgepark Dr, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,080–$14,316
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,267–$6,324
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
205 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02140
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,922–$4,533
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
205 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02140
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,922–$4,533
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
249 3rd St #1141, Cambridge, MA 02142
1 bed
1 bath
$3,625
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
80 Fawcett St #772, Cambridge, MA 02138
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,245–$4,265
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
5 Columbia St #1152, Cambridge, MA 02139
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$3,330–$3,810
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
700 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
1–3 beds
1 bath
$3,050–$5,046
Price drop
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 Aug 13
12h ago
Verified
80 Cambridgepark Dr, Cambridge, MA 02140
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,080–$14,316
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,267–$6,324
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
205 Walden St, Cambridge, MA 02140
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,922–$4,533
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees 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 $3,483 per month as of August 8, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cambridge?
Average rent prices in Cambridge have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Cambridge rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cambridge is 81% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,558 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Cambridge?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Cambridge are West Cambridge ($2,900/mo), Mid Cambridge ($2,975/mo), and Neighborhood Nine ($3,192/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cambridge?
To comfortably afford rent in Cambridge, you'd need to earn approximately $139,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cambridge?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Cambridge average around $3,060/month and two-bedrooms approximately $3,760/month, both relatively stable year over year.
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).