Average Rent in 02142, Cambridge, MA

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Current Versus Historical 02142, Cambridge, MA Rents

02142 rentals average $3,015 for a studio rental to $0 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,910, or roughly $5 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2024, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $10 (0.32%) year-over-year from $3,090 to $3,100. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $51 (1.45%) year-over-year from $3,545 to $3,596. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $62 (-1.39%) year-over-year from $4,422 to $4,361. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,130 (-16.26%) year-over-year from $6,953 to $5,823. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,929 (24.45%) year-over-year from $16,071 to $20,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 2.68% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.12% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.57% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 10.41% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.60% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Jul 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $6.03 $3,100 $3,090 (0.32%) $3,004 (3.18%)
1 BR $5.21 $3,596 $3,545 (1.45%) $3,406 (5.59%)
2 BR $4.13 $4,361 $4,422 (-1.39%) $4,416 (-1.26%)
3 BR $4.15 $5,823 $6,953 (-16.26%) $5,785 (0.66%)

Historical Rents in 02142, Cambridge, MA

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Top Cities Near 02142

There are a total of 12 cities nearby 02142. The average rent in 02142 is currently $3,500 per month. A total of 11 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Revere, MA, with an average rent of $2,400, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 02142, Cambridge, MA is Newton, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,399 per month.

Let's compare 02142, Cambridge, MA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 02142, Cambridge, MA is 52.94% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 36.52% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 02142, Cambridge, MA are about 28.68% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 44.06% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near 02142, Cambridge, MA in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Revere, MA $1,800 $2,150 $2,575 $2,400
Chelsea, MA $1,675 $1,950 $2,900 $2,695
Everett, MA N/A $2,125 $2,800 $2,750
Malden, MA N/A $2,175 $2,800 $2,800
Medford, MA $1,163 $2,300 $3,000 $3,500
Watertown Town, MA N/A $2,500 $3,100 $3,500
Boston, MA $2,720 $3,200 $3,825 $3,548
Cambridge, MA $2,765 $3,017 $3,785 $3,600
Somerville, MA $2,050 $2,758 $3,398 $3,630
Brookline, MA $2,415 $2,950 $3,600 $3,700

Top Neighborhoods Near 02142

There are a total of 31 neighborhoods in or near 02142. Some of these neighborhoods include Central Maverick Square - Paris Street, Jeffries Point - Airport, and Commonwealth. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 31 total neighborhoods in or near 02142, Cambridge, MA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near 02142, Cambridge, MA is currently around $3,500 per month. A total of 24 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only six neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 02142, Jeffries Point - Airport has the most affordable average rent at $3,000 per month. Whereas, at $4,400 average rent per month, City Point is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 02142. View the following chart for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Central Maverick Square - Paris Street, Boston, MA N/A $2,700 $3,400 $3,000
Jeffries Point - Airport, Boston, MA $2,350 $2,500 $3,200 $3,000
Commonwealth, Boston, MA $2,100 $2,300 $3,000 $3,000
Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA $2,640 $2,800 $3,831 $3,125
Jamaica Central - South Sumner, Boston, MA $2,030 $3,050 $3,275 $3,250
Columbia Point, Boston, MA $150 $2,675 $2,900 $3,300
Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA $2,525 $2,800 $3,925 $3,340
North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA $2,566 $2,944 $3,559 $3,350
Coolidge Corner, Brookline, MA $2,415 $2,850 $3,500 $3,400
Uphams Corner - Jones Hill, Boston, MA N/A $2,100 $2,700 $3,400
Back Bay, Boston, MA $2,400 $3,200 $5,800 $3,400
Oak Square, Boston, MA N/A $2,488 $2,900 $3,425
West End, Boston, MA $2,905 $3,400 $4,865 $3,460
Beacon Hill, Boston, MA $2,273 $3,225 $4,300 $3,495
Watertown West End, Watertown Town, MA N/A $2,966 $3,525 $3,500
St. Elizabeth's, Boston, MA $2,500 $2,500 $3,500 $3,500
North End, Boston, MA $2,450 $3,165 $4,500 $3,575
Columbus Park - Andrew Square, Boston, MA $2,715 $2,750 $3,650 $3,723
Chinatown - Leather District, Boston, MA $3,292 $3,583 $5,122 $3,725
East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA $2,995 $3,500 $4,273 $3,748
Washington Square, Brookline, MA $2,400 $3,000 $3,650 $3,800
North Allston, Boston, MA $3,150 $3,363 $4,546 $3,821
Downtown Boston, Boston, MA $2,865 $3,453 $4,544 $3,900
South End, Boston, MA $2,846 $3,480 $4,800 $3,980
Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA $3,111 $3,880 $4,606 $3,990
D Street - West Broadway, Boston, MA $3,179 $3,718 $4,600 $4,041
Mission Hill, Boston, MA N/A $2,750 $3,450 $4,100
Telegraph Hill, Boston, MA N/A $2,900 $3,600 $4,100
Fenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood, Boston, MA $2,650 $4,073 $4,850 $4,127
City Point, Boston, MA $2,300 $2,600 $3,900 $4,400

Top Counties Near 02142

There are a total of 31 counties located by 02142, Cambridge, MA. Some of these counties include Revere, MA, Chelsea, MA, and Everett, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $3,500. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. A total of 11 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Revere, MA. It's average rent per month is $2,400. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,399, Newton, MA is the most expensive county by 02142, Cambridge, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in 02142, Cambridge, MA is 52.94% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 02142, Cambridge, MA is 36.52% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 02142, Cambridge, MA is 28.68% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Revere, MA $1,800 $2,150 $2,575 $2,400
Chelsea, MA $1,675 $1,950 $2,900 $2,695
Everett, MA N/A $2,125 $2,800 $2,750
Malden, MA N/A $2,175 $2,800 $2,800
Medford, MA $1,163 $2,300 $3,000 $3,500
Watertown Town, MA N/A $2,500 $3,100 $3,500
Boston, MA $2,720 $3,200 $3,825 $3,548
Cambridge, MA $2,765 $3,017 $3,785 $3,600
Somerville, MA $2,050 $2,758 $3,398 $3,630
Brookline, MA $2,415 $2,950 $3,600 $3,700

Top Zipcodes Near 02142

There are a total of 34 zipcodes in or near 02142, Cambridge, MA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,500. A total of 30 zipcodes have a average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 02151, Revere, MA at $2,400 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,161 per month is 02210, Boston, MA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,373. That's at least $5 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 02142, Cambridge, MA is $2,796 per month. Or in other words, $4 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,548 per month. Which comes out to $4 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in 02142, Cambridge, MA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
02114, Boston, MA $2,728 $3,395 $4,488 $3,630
02210, Boston, MA $3,240 $3,850 $5,029 $4,161
02127, Boston, MA $2,200 $2,900 $3,800 $4,000
02118, Boston, MA $2,885 $3,410 $4,800 $3,948
02215, Boston, MA $2,450 $4,073 $5,000 $4,073
02116, Boston, MA $2,575 $3,493 $5,442 $3,785
02135, Boston, MA $2,551 $2,500 $3,200 $3,400
02138, Cambridge, MA $2,695 $2,753 $3,666 $3,400
02128, Boston, MA $2,345 $2,550 $3,350 $3,150
02140, Cambridge, MA $2,520 $2,900 $3,547 $3,434

Frequently Asked Questions - 02142 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 02142, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for 02142, Cambridge, MA apartments for rent is approximately $3,910. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 02142, Cambridge, MA rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 02142, Cambridge, MA.
How much is a studio apartment in 02142, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $3,015 and an average price per square feet of $6.03. There are a total of 14 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 02142.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in 02142, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,702 and an average price per square feet of $5.21. There are a total of 42 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 02142.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in 02142, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,417 and an average price per square feet of $4.13. There are a total of 50 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 02142.
How have rent prices in 02142, Cambridge, MA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in 02142, Cambridge, MA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.16% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in 02142, Cambridge, MA?
A reasonable rent price in 02142, Cambridge, MA is around $3,128/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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