Rental market trends for
Cambridge, MA
The average rent price in Cambridge was $3,618 last month, down $63 month over month.
Median rent
Month-over-month change
Average rent in Cambridge
In August 2025, Cambridge rental prices decreased $63 compared to last month.
Median rent of neighborhoods in Cambridge
| Neighborhood | Median rent | MoM (% change) |
|---|---|---|
| Back Bay | $4,200 | +5.13% |
| Charlestown | $3,450 | -1.43% |
| Brighton | $2,900 | +3.57% |
| Allston | $3,170 | -0.94% |
| Fenway-Kenmore | $3,705 | +8.44% |
| Coolidge Corner | $3,150 | -4.55% |
| West End | $3,477 | -5.50% |
| Cambridgeport | $3,770 | +4.72% |
| East Cambridge | $3,560 | -6.93% |
| Fenway / Kenmore Square | $3,598 | +9.03% |
| Harvard Square | $3,400 | +2.26% |
| East Arlington | $2,550 | -8.11% |
| Davis Square | $3,000 | +11.11% |
| Kendall Square | $3,651 | -2.76% |
| Assembly Square | $3,360 | -22.98% |
Average rent of nearby cities
Here's how Cambridge's average rent of $3,618 compares to nearby cities.
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