Apartments & Homes for Rent in 02138

Apartment for rent at 7 Arlington St #1-7, Cambridge, MA 02138

Rent includes heat and hot water, water, sewer, trash collection, Laundry facilities and extra storage. Beautiful and bright corner one-bedroom unit. Steps from Porter Square. This elevator building offers elegance & old world charm with modern living. Open floor plan with decorative fireplace living/dining room & galley kitchen with lots of natural light throughout. The kitchen is separated from the dining area by glass front cabinets/shelving. The kitchen has wood cabinets & quartz counters. The bedroom is at the end of the hall with two good size closets & linen cabinet.

Apartment for rent at 33 Harvard St #3, Cambridge, MA 02138

Managed by Louis Gordon

$3,300

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath

33 Harvard St #3

Cambridge, MA 02138

Located on a tree-lined street near the heart of Harvard Square and only steps to Mass Ave and Central Square, this property offers convenient access to two Red Line stations, several bus lines, close proximity to high end retail & restaurants and the best that Cambridge living has to offer. This elevator building includes lots of Art-deco charm, modern super sunny apartments with fully-applianced galley kitchen with dishwasher/disposal, laundry in building. Inquire for Touring availability. Won't last.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$3,000

Condo1 Bed1 Bath

20 Concord Ave #6-6

Cambridge, MA 02138

Heat and Hot water are both included in the rent price. Charming Fully Furnished Harvard Square one bedroom/one bathroom condominium available. Hardwood floors flow throughout the entire unit. Enjoy a renovated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances including a gas range. The updated bathroom features a tiled shower with tub. Common laundry is in the basement, additional bike storage is available outside. Moments from Harvard Square and Harvard Law, enjoy all the fabulous restaurants and boutique shops this area offers. Close to the Charles River and easy access to the Mass Pike/Rt 93. Shared laundry facilities. Shared & Laundry.

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Managed by Louis Gordon

$3,100

Townhouse1 Bed1 Bath

56 Kirkland St #3-3

Cambridge, MA 02138

All Utilities Included: heat, water, gas, electricity, a/c, wifi, cable. Walk 2 blocks to Harvard Design School, Walk Harvard Law, 7-8 min. to Harvard Redline. Handsome Comfort in this Spacious TURN-KEY 1+BR (850sf) on the second floor in an 1890's Georgian bowfront townhouse. on Kirkland St. near Francis Ave. Open living-dining-kitchen, Gas Fireplace, Exposed Brick, WASHER/DRYER IN-UNIT, GIGABIT-SPEED Internet, 65 Tv, fenced garden. Separate Study area with desk, off bedroom. OFF-ST Parking AVL. Handsome furnishings, hardwoods, period detail. EAT-IN Kitchen, oak cabinetry, stainless steel appliances: dishwasher, disposal, ceramic-top electric range, built-in microwave, refrigerator. QUEEN-SIZED bed, generous mirrored closets in bedroom.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$2,700

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath700 ft²

27 Irving Terrace #4-4

Cambridge, MA 02138

Available now. Close to Harvard Square. Rent includes heat and hot water.2nd floor apartment located in very well maintained apartment building on quiet street. Apartment features Living room, Dining room, Full Bath, Bedroom and Galley Kitchen. Gleaming Hardwood floors and has just been freshly painted. There is laundry and a storage bin in basement. Street parking with city permit. Shared laundry facilities. Shared, OffStreet & Laundry.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$2,775

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath

21 Chauncy #2-2

Cambridge, MA 02138

Heat & Hot water included in rent. Laundry in Building. Floor plan available. Renovated 1-bedroom apartment in Harvard Square. Completely renovated and features modern fixtures, appliances, flooring and finishes. The kitchen boasts white marble counters, ample storage and gas range stove. The open layout is ideal for entertaining, relaxing and working from home. Adjacent to everything that Harvard Square has to offer from restaurants and entertainment to easy access to public transit via bus, Red Line and future commuter rail station. Professionally managed building offers common laundry, secure bike storage and a designated storage locker. Shared laundry facilities.

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Managed by Louis Gordon

$3,600

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath1,074 ft²

41 Linnaean #1-46

Cambridge, MA 02138

All Utilities & WiFi included. Located a few blocks from Giulia & Nirvana, area shops and Harvard & Lesley. Classic and quiet. This Newly Renovated Furnished & Fitted 1-bed offers spacious open-plan living in one of the most beloved Harlow buildings in Cambridge. The 4th-floor unit boasts 12 light-filled windows, numerous built-ins, custom cabinets & closets full of classic architectural style, crown molding, a large bedroom with dressing room and a newly renovated bathroom.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$2,700

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath

185 Holworthy #1-1

Cambridge, MA 02138

Landlord pays for all utilities. on street parking without a permit. Fabulous Cambridge - Fresh Pond location, apartment with a private entry and use of outdoor space. This one-bedroom one-bath and a small alcove ideal for remote work has all utilities including. Set on a quiet street. Just around the corner from Fresh Pond Reservoir, an area that all love to visit. Right up the road from Sofra and others neighborhood favorites like Formaggio and Intelligentsia Coffee. This lovely apartment has an updated kitchen with new appliances; electric stove, dishwasher, microwave, disposal and washer and dryer for your use.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$3,100

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath726 ft²

24 Bay State Rd #23

Cambridge, MA 02138

West Cambridge. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry in this professionally managed building. The unit features maple hardwood floors, high ceilings, a kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances and an intercom security system. Located on the sunny top floor with elevator access, this unit offers an open floor plan perfect for a home office. Situated in the vibrant Fresh Pond Reservoir area, you're near the Alewife T-station (Red line), Whole Foods, Trader Joe s, a movie theater and the Fresh Pond Mall. Quick access to Rt.2 & Rt.95/128 & Harvard Square. Your new home awaits.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$2,850

Condo1 Bed1 Bath

29 Concord Ave #606

Cambridge, MA 02138

Heat Hot water & Water included in rent. Sited on an upper floor, this chic condo offers a most convenient Harvard Square location. The entryway offers a double closet and built-in shelving for convenient storage. The open living/dining area has floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, a wall of windows and access to the 11' private balcony overlooking the treetops of Garden Street. The efficient kitchen features stainless steel appliances, an electric stove, a dishwasher, granite countertops and tile backsplash. The bedroom offers two closets and an updated en-suite bath. Laundry machines and a private storage cage are located in the basement.

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Managed by Jing Tu

$4,200

Apartment2 Beds2 Baths970 ft²

16 Trowbridge St #31

Cambridge, MA 02138

This newly renovated incredible two bedroom two baths at 16 Trowbridge Street in Harvard Sq Cambridge. Features freshly polished hardwood floors throughout and large windows that let in a generous amount of light. An updated kitchen includes a new dishwasher and modern appliances for your convenience. Enjoy the shared elevated patio where you can host guests during the upcoming summer months. Minutes from public transportation red line, Putnam s location offers easy access to local amenities including Whole Foods and many popular restaurants. This units will be available on June 1.

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Managed by Olena Lyons

$3,345

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath680 ft²

1 Chauncy St #19

Cambridge, MA 02138

Photos may not be of actual unit, they are of a typical unit/features in this complex. These apartments are just a short walk to Harvard University, MIT, public transit, area shops and eateries. The red brick exterior, accented with classic white mullions and quoins, has been carefully maintained to preserve the original look and feel of this historic apartment building and the apartment interiors have been recently updated, too. Central A/C. Hardwood Floors. Marble Bathroom Floors. Crown Molding. Custom White Painted Cabinets. Granite Countertops. Breakfast Bar. Stainless Steel Appliances. Recessed Lighting In Living Area. Custom Closet Systems.

Managed by Alcove Realty

$3,850

Apartment2 Beds1 Bath

21 Wendell St #3

Cambridge, MA 02138

Harvard Square: 1920's Building - Newly Renovated Kitchen & Bath - Includes Heat & Hot Water; All new renovations with modern kitchen and bath, sunny and spacious living room, prime location between Porter and Harvard Square redline Mbta. Laundry in building. Parking option available, off-sight. Short walk to great nightlife: restaurants, shops, music venues, rock climbing gym, circus arts center, Harvard and Lesley Universities.

Managed by Louis Gordon

$2,375

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath

66 Banks St #2-2

Cambridge, MA 02138

Flexibility in start date. 9/14-10/1 ideal, will consider earlier or later. Riverside neighborhood on the edge of Harvard Square with top-quality and tastefully-appointed upgrades. Featuring high 9'3 ceilings, new blinds and large double-paned windows combined with new french doors, providing ample natural light throughout. Brizo shower system with brass fixtures. Over tranquil backyard patio. Laundry + designated unit storage. Shared laundry facilities. Shared & Laundry.

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Managed by Louis Gordon

$4,300

Apartment2 Beds1 Bath800 ft²

3 Everett St #1-01

Cambridge, MA 02138

25 paces to Wasserstein Hall, Harvard Law School. This charming first floor 2-bedroom apartment was recently renovated and comes fully furnihed. Historical details including restored hardwood floors and original fireplace. Luxury appointments, original art and high-end furnishing throughout. Bright, spacious living room opens to new stainless steel and granite kitchen. One bedroom is set up as a large, private office next to the living room, it offers sunny views of Harvard Law School campus. The large bedroom located in rear of apartment has generous closet storage, high-end mattress and hotel linens on queen size bed.

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Managed by Eric Raynor

$3,400

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath720 ft²

21 Ellery St #12

Cambridge, MA 02138

Great Location W/ New Kitchen, Character. Large, sunny 1 bedroom plus study in quiet 12 unit 1890's building on leafy side street off Mass Ave. New kitchen with granite counter tops, semi-custom all wood cabinets, Hans Grohe fixtures & dishwasher. New marble bath. Hardwood floors and tall ceilings throughout. Generous closets. Short walk to Harvard and Central Squares. Steps away from public transportation and a variety of restaurants and shops. Heat/Hot water included. Coin op laundry on premises. No pet policy. No smoking. Convenient on-site parking available for fee. Photos are from a similar unit. Shared laundry facilities.

Managed by Alcove Realty

$3,580

Apartment2 Beds1 Bath

1 Langdon Square #X

Cambridge, MA 02138

Harvard Square: Spacious 2 bed (900 Sf) with modern eat-in kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances including built-in microwave and dishwasher. Large and sunny living room with hardwood floors, good sized bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Laundry in basement. Includes Heat & Hot Water. Parking option available off-sight. Short walk to Mbta Redline train, shops, restaurants and Great music venues.

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Managed by Ben Chau - Senne Residential

$2,650

Apartment1 Bed1 Bath999 ft²

77 Trowbridge St #42B

Cambridge, MA 02138

Sept 1st - Mid-Cambridge: 1BD/1BA, Heat/ Hot Water Incl, Pet Ok, Parking for Rent. Video Tour Available. 4th Floor w/ Elevator - Spacious 1 Bed/ 1 BAth unit in a professional managed Mid-raised building on Trowbridge St in Prime Mid-Cambridge Location. Closed to Harvard Sq, Red Line T. Unit Feature: Spacious Open Concept Living Area w/ Wall A/C. Functional Kitchen w/ Electric Stove and Breakfast Bar. Oversized Bedroom w/ Large Closet. Full Bathroom w/ Tub. Ample Storage/ Closet Space. Heat & Hot Water Included in the Rent. Laundry in the Building.

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Managed by Modern Real Estate

$4,300

Apartment3 Beds1 Bath

10 Pleasant St #10

Cambridge, MA 02138

Available June 1. Spacious, bright 3BR/1BA apartment located just one block from the Central Sq T stop. Easy access to public transit, MIT, Harvard, restaurants, grocery stores, parks, shops, cafes, nightlife and more. Unit features: Hardwood floors. Eat in kitchen with granite counters, dishwasher, pantry. Large sunny living room. Three medium to large sized bedrooms. Updated full bath. Laundry in building. Gas heat. Pets negotiable. on street parking with resident sticker. Graduate & medical students welcome.

Managed by Alcove Realty

$3,625

Apartment2 Beds1 Bath

1 Langdon Square #X

Cambridge, MA 02138

Harvard Square: Two-bed in Historic brick building with modern updates, newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, ornamental details, gas cooking & new pedestal sink in bathroom. Includes heat & hot water. Short walk from Harvard Square Redline Mbta train. Coin-op laundry in basement. Parking option available off-sight.

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What to Know About

Living in 02138

Cambridge is a vibrant city in Greater Boston with a rich history and a strong sense of community. Home to prestigious universities such as Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the city is a hub for education and innovation. Stroll through the town and discover a wealth of knowledge with the Longfellow House, Harvard Art Museums, American Repertory Theater, and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. Cambridge is also home to a diverse economy, with numerous local businesses, including tech, finance, and biotech companies.

Explore the lush greenery of the city's parks, gardens, and rivers at the Magazine Beach Park, Fresh Pond Reservation, or Charles River. Food lovers will enjoy the diverse dining experiences, from New England Seafood to high-end restaurants serving the local specialty, Clam Chowder. In addition, Cambridge hosts various events throughout the year, such as the Cambridge Arts River Festival, the Harvard Film Archive screenings, and the MIT Museum exhibitions.

With its bustling streets, iconic architecture, and numerous cultural and recreational opportunities, Cambridge is a great place to call home for those who seek an urban lifestyle with an academic atmosphere.

Rental Market Trends

Cambridge, MA

As of April 2025, Cambridge's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. Cambridge's average rent is 21.5% ($584) higher than the Massachusetts average of $2,722 and 83.8% ($1,507) higher than the U.S. average of $1,799.

Average Rent

$3,306

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

1.4% ($46)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

5.2% ($180)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$2,965	6.5% ($182)	3.1% ($90)
2 Beds	$4,059	1% ($41)	2.9% ($114)
3 Beds	$4,687	4.8% ($214)	6.1% ($304)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. CambridgeAverage Rent vs. Cambridge	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Somerville	$2,798	15.4% ($508)	23 days
Allston	$2,774	16.1% ($532)	40 days
Charlestown	$3,630	9.8% ($324)	35 days
Boston	$3,725	12.7% ($419)	30 days
Roxbury Crossing	$3,219	2.6% ($87)	47 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Cambridge Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Cambridge, MA.

What is the average rent in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent in Cambridge, MA is $3,306 per month.

What is the rental price range for homes in Cambridge, MA?

Homes in Cambridge typically rent for between $2,076 and $6,093 per month, with an average of $3,306 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Cambridge, MA?

In Cambridge, the average rent for a 1-bedroom home is $2,965 per month, for a 2-bedroom home, $4,059 per month, and a 3-bedroom home is $4,687 per month.

How do rent prices in Cambridge, MA compare with the national average?

The average rent in Cambridge is 83.8% ($1,507) higher than the national average of $1,799 per month.

How have rent prices in Cambridge, MA changed recently?

The average rent in Cambridge has increased by 1.4% ($46) in the last month and decreased by 5.2% ($180) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Cambridge, MA?

The rental market in Cambridge, MA, is currently highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers.

How long do rentals stay on the market in Cambridge, MA?

In Cambridge, MA, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 21 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in Cambridge, MA?

There are currently 901 rental properties available in Cambridge, MA.

Can I afford to rent a home in Cambridge, MA?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $162,360 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom home in Cambridge.

Living in 02138

Cambridge, MA

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