
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (390 Rentals)


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808-812 Memorial Drive II

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Market Central

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The Residences of University Park

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929 Mass

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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100 Memorial Drive
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8-12 Wendell St

Chapman Arms

Auburn Court

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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334 Harvard Street

5 Concord Ave

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59 Church St, Unit 201

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1054 Cambridge St, Unit 1056-2F

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1056 Cambridge St
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97 Hancock St, Unit 4

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65 Wendell St, Unit wen

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79 Hampshire St, Unit 6

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1010 Cambridge St, Unit 2R

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1010 Cambridge St, Unit 1010 Cambridge Street

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281 Brookline St, Unit 1F

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268 Windsor St, Unit 2A

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16 Chauncy St, Unit B

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30 Inman St, Unit 3

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33 Inman St, Unit 3
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80 Magazine St, Unit 62

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263 Elm St

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23 Jay St

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24 Hews St

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72 Kirkland St, Unit 1

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22 Hews St, Unit 2

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935 Cambridge St

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402 Putnam Ave, Unit 1

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51 Dana St, Unit 2

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434 Franklin St, Unit #1
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30 Fairmont Ave, Unit 1

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281 Harvard St, Unit #11

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94 River St, Unit 2

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1717 Cambridge St, Unit #35

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393 Broadway, Unit #20

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27 Chauncy St, Unit #19

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428 Franklin St, Unit 429 Franklin Street

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11 Story St, Unit 11 Story Street

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300 Franklin St, Unit 300 Franklin Street

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7 Concord Ave, Unit 704
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,941 | $1,850 | $4,090 |
Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $1,250 | $7,139 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,163 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,361 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,304 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,934 | $5,200 | $8,699 |
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Largest Available Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central Square area of Boston, MA is found at 5 Concord Ave and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $2,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Concord Ave | 1b1b | 800 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| The Cantabrigia | 1 bedroom, 1 bath (B) | 716 Sq Ft | $2,910 |
| 929 Mass | One Bedrooms | 655 Sq Ft | $2,865 |
| 808-812 Memorial Drive II | 1 Bedroom Market | 647 Sq Ft | $3,015 |
| Chapman Arms | 1 Bedroom | 633 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Verra | MA17 | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 620 Sq Ft | $3,956 |
| Verge Residences | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 620 Sq Ft | $3,450 |
| The University | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 618 Sq Ft | $2,830 |
| Harvard Towers | 1BR/1BA | 610 Sq Ft | $2,980 |
| Auburn Court | 2 Bed Flat | 610 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Square with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Square is at listed at .
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Square Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Square is $3,302.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Square Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Square is a 800 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at 5 Concord Ave.
What is the average size for Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Central Square is currently 600 sq ft.
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