Average Rent in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

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Current Versus Historical North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA Rents

North Cambridge rentals average $2,566 for a studio rental to $5,850 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,350, or roughly $3 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in July 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $850 (-40.48%) year-over-year from $2,100 to $1,250. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $479 (16.62%) year-over-year from $2,879 to $3,358. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $200 (5.88%) year-over-year from $3,400 to $3,600. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $256 (7.65%) year-over-year from $3,344 to $3,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $717 (15.38%) year-over-year from $4,658 to $5,375. 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 9.09% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.57% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.04% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 12.49% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.79% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Jul 2024 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $4.81 $1,250 $2,100 (-40.48%) $2,256 (-44.59%)
1 BR $3.94 $3,358 $2,879 (16.62%) $2,737 (22.68%)
2 BR $3.05 $3,600 $3,400 (5.88%) $3,370 (6.82%)
3 BR $3.28 $3,600 $3,344 (7.65%) $3,000 (20.00%)
4+ BR $3.15 $5,375 $4,658 (15.38%) $4,342 (23.80%)

Historical Rents in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

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2 Bed
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Top Cities Near North Cambridge

There are a total of 12 cities nearby North Cambridge. The average rent in North Cambridge is currently $3,500 per month. A total of 5 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 North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is Newton, MA. Monthly rents here are on average $4,399 per month.

Let's compare North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is 44.70% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 20.16% more expensive. Two bedrooms in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA are about 11.49% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are on par with the other cities nearby. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 12 total cities near North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA in the following chart.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
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
Waltham, MA $100 $2,225 $3,500 $3,200
Medford, MA $1,163 $2,300 $3,000 $3,500
Watertown Town, MA N/A $2,500 $3,100 $3,500
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
Newton, MA N/A $2,400 $3,200 $4,399

Top Neighborhoods Near North Cambridge

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

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is currently around $3,538 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $3,538. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than North Cambridge's average rent, which is only $3,350. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near North Cambridge, 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 North Cambridge. 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
Uphams Corner - Jones Hill, Boston, MA N/A $2,100 $2,700 $3,400
Coolidge Corner, Brookline, MA $2,415 $2,850 $3,500 $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
Neighborhood Nine, Cambridge, MA $2,750 $2,914 $3,825 $3,600
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 North Cambridge

There are a total of 30 counties located by North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. Some of these counties include Chelsea, MA, Everett, MA, and Malden, MA. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $3,500. That's roughly around $3 per sqft. A total of 5 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 North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA.

Typically, rent for studios in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is 44.70% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is 20.16% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is 11.49% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
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
Waltham, MA $100 $2,225 $3,500 $3,200
Medford, MA $1,163 $2,300 $3,000 $3,500
Watertown Town, MA N/A $2,500 $3,100 $3,500
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
Newton, MA N/A $2,400 $3,200 $4,399

Top Zipcodes Near North Cambridge

There are a total of 35 zipcodes in or near North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $3,500. A total of 9 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 $2,400. 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 North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is $2,800 per month. Or in other words, $4 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,550 per month. Which comes out to $4 per sqft. The following chart includes the top 10 zipcodes in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
02140, Cambridge, MA $2,520 $2,900 $3,547 $3,434
02144, Somerville, MA N/A $2,500 $3,450 $3,900
02138, Cambridge, MA $2,695 $2,753 $3,666 $3,400
02155, Medford, MA $1,163 $2,300 $3,000 $3,500
02143, Somerville, MA $2,300 $3,188 $3,500 $3,500
02145, Somerville, MA $2,050 $2,700 $3,175 $3,397
02472, Watertown Town, MA N/A $2,700 $3,350 $3,500
02134, Boston, MA $2,998 $2,680 $3,550 $3,600
02139, Cambridge, MA $2,400 $2,800 $3,800 $3,800
02135, Boston, MA $2,551 $2,500 $3,200 $3,400

Frequently Asked Questions - North Cambridge Average Rents

What is the average rent price in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA apartments for rent is approximately $3,350. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do North Cambridge, 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 North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA.
How much is a studio apartment in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,566 and an average price per square feet of $4.81. There are a total of 6 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in North Cambridge.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,944 and an average price per square feet of $3.94. There are a total of 38 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in North Cambridge.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,559 and an average price per square feet of $3.05. There are a total of 37 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in North Cambridge.
How have rent prices in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.40%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.17%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA?
A reasonable rent price in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA is around $2,680/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.
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