Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/24/2025
Cambridge, Massachusetts blends historic charm with a vibrant, innovationâdriven lifestyle, making it one of the most soughtâafter rental markets in New England. From the bustling streets of Harvard Square and the tech corridor of KendallâŻSquare to the quieter, leafy avenues of WestâŻCambridge and Cambridgeport, the city offers a diverse array of neighborhoods that cater to students, professionals, and families alike. Easy access to worldâclass institutions such as Harvard University and MIT, extensive MBTA service, and a wealth of cultural venues, parks, and dining options create a dynamic environment where residents can work, study, and play within a walkable urban setting.
The rental market reflects this diversity, with a broad spectrum of apartments and houses available across the city. Studio and oneâbedroom apartments typically sit in the low $3000s, while twoâbedroom units move into the $4,000s and larger threeâ and fourâplus bedroom apartments climb toward the $5,000â$6,000 range. Houses follow a comparable pattern, starting near $2,800 for a single bedroom and reaching well above $9,000 for expansive fourâplus bedroom homes. Whether youâre looking for a modern loft near the Charles River, a historic townhouse close to Harvard Yard, or a familyâfriendly home in NorthâŻCambridge, the cityâs rental offerings provide flexible options that align with a variety of lifestyles and budgets.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $2,959 | $3,036 | $1,300 - $4,130 | $2,650 - $3,375 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $3,174 | $3,150 | $950 - $7,470 | $2,850 - $3,580 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $4,327 | $3,997 | $1,850 - $11,783 | $3,500 - $4,827 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $5,178 | $4,395 | $1,995 - $15,222 | $3,850 - $5,500 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $6,055 | $5,125 | $3,500 - $15,000 | $4,400 - $6,825 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $2,983 | $3,000 | $2,700 - $3,200 | $2,800 - $3,200 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $3,606 | $3,505 | $2,300 - $4,800 | $3,300 - $3,900 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $6,290 | $6,000 | $1,100 - $12,000 | $4,500 - $7,500 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $8,839 | $8,400 | $1,625 - $15,000 | $6,150 - $12,000 |
In the current period, the average rent in Cambridge was $2,943 for Studio, $3,167 for 1 Bedroom, $4,283 for 2 Bedroom, $5,620 for 3 Bedroom, and $7,200 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.