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For Rent by Private Owner in Cambridge MA - 162 Listings Available

50 7th St Unit 2

50 7th St Unit 2, Cambridge, MA 02141
1 / 45
$2,300

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 500 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
29 Concord Ave Unit 812

29 Concord Ave Unit 812, Cambridge, MA 02138
1 / 22
$2,650

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 497 sq ft

Condo for Rent

Balcony Furnished Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
8 Saint Paul St Unit 3

8 Saint Paul St Unit 3, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 19
$3,500

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,057 sq ft

Condo for Rent

Furnished Hardwood Floors Smoke Free
23 Andrew St Unit 1

23 Andrew St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 22
$3,500

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 770 sq ft

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Hardwood Floors Basement
1617 Massachusetts Ave Unit 31

1617 Massachusetts Ave Unit 31, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 9
$3,900

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 846 sq ft

Condo for Rent

Hardwood Floors Gated Smoke Free High Ceilings
254 Western Ave Unit 1

254 Western Ave Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 22
$4,000

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 803 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Balcony Hardwood Floors EV Charging Double Vanities
410 Norfolk St Unit 3

410 Norfolk St Unit 3, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 20
$3,450

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 867 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Basement Smoke Free
10 Cambridge Ter Unit 2

10 Cambridge Ter Unit 2, Cambridge, MA 02140

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 20
$5,600

4 Beds, 2 Baths, 9,999 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
29 Wheeler St Unit 10

29 Wheeler St Unit 10, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 41
$2,880

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 679 sq ft

Condo for Rent

Patio Hardwood Floors Yard Smoke Free Security System Garden Wheelchair Accessible
17 Healey St Unit 102

17 Healey St Unit 102, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 3
$2,250

Studio, 1 Bath, 450 sq ft

Condo for Rent

Cats Allowed
28 Plymouth St

28 Plymouth St, Cambridge, MA 02141

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 12
$2,400

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 900 sq ft

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9 Upland Rd Unit B

9 Upland Rd Unit B, Cambridge, MA 02140

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 8
$3,400

3 Beds, 1 Bath, 950 sq ft

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Cats Allowed
204 Banks St Unit 1

204 Banks St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 20
$3,200

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 750 sq ft

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Cats Allowed
918 Cambridge St Unit 1

918 Cambridge St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02141

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 10
$4,650

3 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1,050 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Cats Allowed Hardwood Floors High Ceilings
99 Hancock St Unit B2

99 Hancock St Unit B2, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 6
$1,900

Studio, 1 Bath, 300 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
76 Normandy Ave Unit 76 Normandy Ave

76 Normandy Ave Unit 76 Normandy Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 19
$3,000

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 950 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Cats Allowed Hardwood Floors Yard Basement Smoke Free
11 Harold St Unit 2

11 Harold St Unit 2, Somerville, MA 02143

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 47
$4,600

4 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1,200 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Cats Allowed Hardwood Floors Yard Basement Smoke Free
12 Cutter Ave Unit 1

12 Cutter Ave Unit 1, Somerville, MA 02144

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 8
$4,800

4 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 1,900 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Smoke Free High Ceilings
10 Cutter Ave Unit 1

10 Cutter Ave Unit 1, Somerville, MA 02144

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 8
$5,400

5 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 2,200 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Smoke Free High Ceilings
9 Wyatt St

9 Wyatt St, Somerville, MA 02143

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 25
$4,300

3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,250 sq ft

Townhome for Rent

Pets Allowed Yard Basement Deck
35 Cameron Ave

35 Cameron Ave, Somerville, MA 02144

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 40
$4,800

4 Beds, 3 Baths, 1,800 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
57 Hawthorne St Unit 2

57 Hawthorne St Unit 2, Somerville, MA 02144

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 26
$6,500

5 Beds, 2 Baths, 9,999 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors Yard
29 Concord Avenue Unit 5th floor studio

29 Concord Avenue Unit 5th floor studio, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 25
$2,990

Studio, 1 Bath, 414 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Balcony Furnished Smoke Free
59 Sacramento St Unit 11

59 Sacramento St Unit 11, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 9
$4,500

3 Beds, 1 Bath, 940 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Hardwood Floors
54 Montgomery St Unit 1

54 Montgomery St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02140

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 10
$3,900

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 950 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Cats Allowed Smoke Free
150 Hampshire St Unit 2

150 Hampshire St Unit 2, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 13
$5,000

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,393 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed Furnished Patio Hardwood Floors Yard Gated Island Kitchen
58 Regent St

58 Regent St, Cambridge, MA 02140

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 23
$12,500

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 2,500 sq ft

Townhome for Rent

Pets Allowed Smoke Free Deck
42 Fresh Pond Pl Unit 1

42 Fresh Pond Pl Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 16
$4,400

2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1,481 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pool Walk-In Closets Hardwood Floors Basement Sauna Basketball Court Deck
39 Parker St Unit #B

39 Parker St Unit #B, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 18
$2,400

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 9,999 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
1697 Cambridge St Unit #36

1697 Cambridge St Unit #36, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 17
$2,200

Studio, 1 Bath, 410 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
13 Huron Ave Unit 13Huron

13 Huron Ave Unit 13Huron, Cambridge, MA 02138

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 16
$2,900

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Balcony Furnished Patio Yard Smoke Free Deck Skylights
2 Arlington St Unit #32

2 Arlington St Unit #32, Cambridge, MA 02140

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 14
$2,850

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 727 sq ft

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95 2nd St Unit #5

95 2nd St Unit #5, Cambridge, MA 02141

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 15
$2,750

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 510 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed
329 Broadway Unit #4

329 Broadway Unit #4, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 14
$2,750

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 700 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed
335 Windsor St Unit #335

335 Windsor St Unit #335, Cambridge, MA 02141

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 16
$3,300

4 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,020 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed
259 Hurley St Unit #1F

259 Hurley St Unit #1F, Cambridge, MA 02141

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 16
$3,000

3 Beds, 1 Bath, 9,999 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed
403 Putnam Ave Unit #2

403 Putnam Ave Unit #2, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 5
$2,100

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1,000 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
26 Fairfield St Unit #5

26 Fairfield St Unit #5, Cambridge, MA 02140

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 11
$3,300

3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,200 sq ft

Apartment for Rent
73 River St Unit #3a

73 River St Unit #3a, Cambridge, MA 02139

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 12
$2,700

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 750 sq ft

Apartment for Rent

Pets Allowed
105 2nd St Unit #5

105 2nd St Unit #5, Cambridge, MA 02141

For Rent

By Owner
1 / 15
$2,650

2 Beds, 1 Bath, 510 sq ft

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What does FRBO Mean?

“FRBO,” or For Rent by Owner, means that the owner of your rental acts as your property manager. Instead of going through a property management company or leasing agent, you work directly with the owner for the entirety of your lease, from application to move-out.

Benefits of Renting from a Private Owner

Renting from a private owner in Cambridge can be a different experience for renters who are used to property management companies. While renting through a large company often comes with standardized processes, renting with a private owner may be a bit more flexible. You may be able to negotiate details in the lease, such as move-in dates and monthly rent. Renting with a private owner will also streamline your communication. Instead of going through online portals to contact maintenance, pay bills, or ask questions, your rental owner will be your one point of contact. Start the search today and find your next privately owned rental.

Cambridge, MA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Cambridge, MA?

The average rent in Cambridge is $3,307. When you rent an apartment in Cambridge, you can expect to pay as little as $2,768 or as much as $5,332, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Cambridge, MA is $2,768 per month.

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

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $3,307 per month.

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

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $4,200 per month.

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

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA is $5,332 per month.

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What colleges and universities are in Cambridge, MA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Cambridge, you’ll have access to Lesley University, Harvard University, and Lesley University, Porter.

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