Cheapest Neighborhoods In Cambridge, MA For Renters

If you’re searching for a new place to live in Cambridge, rent prices are probably one of the most important factors in your decision. Apartment rental prices in Cambridge neighborhoods have continued to increase over the years. Luckily, even in 2026, there are some Cambridge neighborhoods that do offer budget friendly, affordable rental rates. The list of the cheapest neighborhoods in Cambridge for renters is sorted by lowest median rental rates compared to the Cambridge average.

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Area Iv
Population 6,493
-27%
Median Rent $2,511 / month
27% less expensive than Cambridge
Neighborhood 9
Population 11,950
-24%
Median Rent $2,622 / month
24% less expensive than Cambridge
Aggasiz-Harvard
Population 5,237
-16%
Median Rent $2,871 / month
16% less expensive than Cambridge
Wellington-Harrington
Population 7,505
-8%
Median Rent $3,138 / month
8% less expensive than Cambridge
North Cambridge
Population 15,304
-6%
Median Rent $3,224 / month
6% less expensive than Cambridge
Cambridgeport
Population 14,319
-4%
Median Rent $3,279 / month
4% less expensive than Cambridge
Cambridge Highlands
Population 2,062
-4%
Median Rent $3,305 / month
4% less expensive than Cambridge
Riverside
Population 12,911
-2%
Median Rent $3,376 / month
2% less expensive than Cambridge
Mid-Cambridge
Population 13,444
3%
Median Rent $3,524 / month
3% more expensive than Cambridge
East Cambridge
Population 12,405
7%
Median Rent $3,664 / month
7% more expensive than Cambridge

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