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$2,553 - $7,105
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Market Central
425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,860 - $18,398
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Proto Kendall Square
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,510 - $7,395
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$2,510 - $7,395
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CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities
1 Langdon StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,206 - $17,393
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$3,206 - $17,393
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Chroma
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,000 - $3,200
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Kendall Crossing Apartments
157 Sixth StCambridge, MA 02142
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$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550
Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,990 - $3,795
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$2,990 - $3,795
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808-812 Memorial Drive II
808-812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,050 - $4,300
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$2,050 - $4,300
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Longfellow Apartments
1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,761 - $7,477
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The Residences of University Park
91 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,455 - $6,320
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$3,455 - $6,320
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$3,455 - $6,320
Church Corner
10 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,535 - $3,830
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$2,500 - $3,795
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929 Mass
929 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,305 - $3,455
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$2,305 - $3,455
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Clinton & Prospect Apartments
270 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,600 - $15,000
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100 Memorial Drive
100 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,110 - $4,472
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$3,110 - $4,472
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Central Square LLC( Residential)
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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8-12 Wendell St
8-12 Wendell StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,050 - $3,700
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$2,050 - $3,700
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Chapman Arms
4 University RdCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,150 - $2,340
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$2,150 - $2,340
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$2,150 - $2,340
Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community
411 Franklin St G-6Cambridge, MA 02139
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$3,500 - $4,700
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$3,500 - $4,700
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Auburn Court
One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,600 - $3,375
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$2,600 - $3,375
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$2,600 - $3,375
524 Putnam Ave
524 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,100 - $3,600
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$3,100 - $3,600
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334 Harvard Street
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,900 - $4,480
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$2,900 - $4,480
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Brattle Arms Apartments
60 Brattle StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,750
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$2,750
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39 Fairmont St, Unit #1
39 Fairmont StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,400 - $4,500
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$3,400 - $4,500
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66 Elm St
66 Elm StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,800
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$3,800
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$3,800
113 Columbia St, Unit 2B
113 Columbia StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,800
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$3,800
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107 Columbia St, Unit 1B
107 Columbia StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,000
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$4,000
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131 Columbia St, Unit 3B
131 Columbia StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,299
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$5,299
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150 River St, Unit 3B
150 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,500
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$5,500
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83 Brookline St, Unit 11B
83 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,950
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$4,950
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374 Prospect St, Unit 1
374 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,000
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19 Hunting St, Unit 2
19 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,600
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$3,600
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384 Washington St, Unit 3
384 Washington StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,500
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$3,500
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117 Columbia St, Unit 1
117 Columbia StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,000
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96 Columbia St, Unit 3B
96 Columbia StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,950 - $5,350
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$4,950 - $5,350
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3 Kinnaird St
3 Kinnaird StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,250
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$3,250
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99 Hancock St, Unit 2
99 Hancock StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,500
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$4,500
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75 Kinnaird St, Unit 1
75 Kinnaird StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,200
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$5,200
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40 Jay St, Unit B
40 Jay StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,350
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$5,350
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1264 Cambridge St, Unit 3B
1264 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,895
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$3,895
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8 Speridakis Ter, Unit 8
8 Speridakis TerCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,700
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$5,700
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7 Riverside Pl, Unit 2
7 Riverside PlCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,200
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$5,200
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154 Magazine St, Unit 2B
154 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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$6,650
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$6,650
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240 Norfolk St, Unit 4B
240 Norfolk StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,700
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$2,700
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139 Antrim St, Unit 3
139 Antrim StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,000
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$4,000
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$4,000
120 Columbia St, Unit 3
120 Columbia StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,800
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$5,800
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32 Putnam Ave, Unit 2
32 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,450
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$5,450
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377 Prospect St, Unit 3B
377 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,500
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$3,500
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8 6th St, Unit 1
8 6th StCambridge, MA 02141
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$6,650
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$6,650
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227 Norfolk St, Unit 3T
227 Norfolk StCambridge, MA 02139
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$9,500
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245 Norfolk St, Unit 1B
245 Norfolk StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,000
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196 Hampshire St, Unit 3
196 Hampshire StCambridge, MA 02139
Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,792 | $1,685 | $3,950 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,229 | $1,299 | $9,741 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,977 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,716 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,392 | $990 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,719 | $4,000 | $9,200 |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,087 | $5,940 | $9,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #19
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Northern Boston, MA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with young children? Central Square has risen to be a leading part of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the most respected schools available.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is one of the A-list upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile or hardwood floors, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
How much are Studio apartments in Central Square?
There are currently 377 Studio Apartments in Central Square with rent ranges from $1,685 to $3,950 with an average price of $2,792.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Square ranges from $1,299 to $9,741 with an average monthly rent of $3,229.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Square range from $2,400 to $14,516. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,977.
How expensive are Central Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 336 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,795 to $21,584 - averaging $4,716 for the location.
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