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378 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge Highlands - Cambridge

Apartments for Rent in Cambridge Highlands, Cambridge, MA

Located only 10 minutes from the prestigious Harvard University and 30 minutes from downtown Boston, Cambridge Highlands gives residents a slice of suburbia next door to the funky, urban parts of Cambridge. The area is also close to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Lesley University. Safe streets and strong schools attract families here, while access to public transit makes for easy commutes. Well-manicured public parks surround the area, including the scenic grounds of Fresh Pond. Locals flock to beautiful Fresh Pond to let their pets roam free at the dog park or take a relaxing stroll around the lake. Though the neighborhood tends to be quiet, nightlife and restaurants are plentiful in nearby Porter and Davis Squares, along with the cultural offerings of Harvard Square farther south. If you’re looking for something closer to home, Cambridge Highlands is also home to the Fresh Pond Mall which features a movie theater, coffee shops, grocery stores, department stores, and more. Cambridge Highlands was once a turnpike and rail depot and the area remains true to its roots with several commercial-industrial buildings filling the eastern section of the neighborhood. Luxury, modern apartments and charming New England style homes are in the west. The hometown perks and quick access to Cambridge and Boston mold Cambridge Highlands into the perfect home for those seeking a suburban community with an urban feel.

Cambridge Highlands - Cambridge, MA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Cambridge Highlands, MA?

The average rent for the Cambridge Highlands neighborhood of Cambridge, MA is , but rentals range from as little as $2,726 to as much as $5,512 depending on the rental style.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Cambridge Highlands, MA?

Looking for a studio apartment in the Cambridge Highlands neighborhood? Expect to pay around $2,726 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Cambridge Highlands, MA?

one bedroom Cambridge Highlands apartments rent for around $3,052 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Cambridge Highlands, MA?

Cambridge Highlands has two bedroom apartments that rent for around $3,703 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Cambridge Highlands, MA?

three bedroom apartments in Cambridge Highlands are usually priced around $5,512 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Cambridge Highlands, MA?

Getting around Cambridge Highlands is straightforward with a transit score of 59.

Education

What colleges and universities are in Cambridge Highlands, MA?

Students looking to rent in Cambridge Highlands while staying close to campus will have access to Lesley University, Lesley University, Porter, and Harvard University.

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