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Average Rent Trends in Cambridge, MA
Rent in Cambridge, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Mar 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $4,500 |
| Jul 2025 | $4,500 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,850 |
| Sep 2025 | $4,000 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,900 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,300 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,300 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,995 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,300 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,800 |
| Apr 2026 | $5,200 |
| May 2026 | $6,500 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $3,002 | $3,800 | $4,400 | $5,200 | $3,717 |
| Townhomes | $3,375 | $4,495 | $4,950 | $5,500 | $5,000 |
| Apartments and Condos | $3,000 | $3,795 | $4,350 | $5,199 | $3,650 |
| Houses | $2,650 | $3,950 | $4,800 | $10,000 | $6,295 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Cambridge, MA
- What is the average rent of a house in Cambridge, MA?The average rent of a house in Cambridge, MA is $6,295. Rent prices range from $2,250 to as much as $18,500, depending on the type of house.
- How does the rent of a house in Cambridge, MA compare to the national average?Average rent of a house in Cambridge, MA is about 230% higher than the national average rent of $1,910 for a house. That means it is more expensive to rent a house in Cambridge compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Cambridge, MA, by number of bedrooms?The average rent of a house in Cambridge, MA is $2,650 for a 1 bedroom, $3,950 for a 2 bedroom, $4,800 for a 3 bedroom, and $10,000 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices of a house in Cambridge, MA changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price of a house in Cambridge, MA has increased by $1,795. That means the average rent of a house is 29% higher than last year.
- How many houses are available to rent in Cambridge, MA?There are 39 available houses to rent in Cambridge, MA.
- What colleges and universities are in Cambridge, MA?Colleges and universities in Cambridge, MA include: Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
- What are some neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA?Some neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA include: North Cambridge, Mid-Cambridge, Cambridgeport, Peabody, Riverside.
- What are some zip codes in Cambridge, MA?
- What are some cities near Cambridge, MA?Some nearby cities include: Somerville, Watertown, Medford, Belmont, Brookline. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
