
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (430 Rentals)


CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities

Kendall Crossing Apartments

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Chroma

808-812 Memorial Drive II

Longfellow Apartments

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Market Central

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929 Mass

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100 Memorial Drive

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The Residences of University Park
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Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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8-12 Wendell St

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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Proto Kendall Square

Auburn Court

Chapman Arms

524 Putnam Ave

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334 Harvard Street

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5 Concord Ave

27 Lambert St, Unit 1B

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80 Magazine St

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10 Dana St, Unit 10 dana st apt 215

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263 Elm St

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97 Hancock St, Unit 4B

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189 Brookline St, Unit 2

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23 Jay St

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132 Cherry St, Unit #3

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22 Hews St, Unit 2
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24 Hews St, Unit 1

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72 Kirkland St, Unit 1

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29 JFK St, Unit 4

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46 Highland Ave, Unit R

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100 Ellery St, Unit 2

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935 Cambridge St

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1172 Massachusetts Ave

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146 Allston St

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28 Plymouth St

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402 Putnam Ave, Unit 1
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51 Dana St, Unit 2

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87 Bristol St

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30 Fairmont St

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59 Church St, Unit 203

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30 Fairmont Ave, Unit 1

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23 Chauncy St, Unit 16

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94 River St, Unit 2

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1 Langdon St

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77 Norfolk St, Unit R

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10 Fulkerson St, Unit 2
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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 | $2,960 | $1,875 | $4,190 |
Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,328 | $1,250 | $8,377 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,110 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,566 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,417 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,684 | $4,000 | $8,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 430 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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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 3,750 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 | 3,750 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Verge Residences | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 811 Sq Ft | $3,350 |
| Brattle Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 688 Sq Ft | $2,900 |
| CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities | Charles Chauncy - 1 Bedroom (Newly Renovated) | 677 Sq Ft | $3,245 |
| Verra | MA29D | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | Den | 660 Sq Ft | $4,284 |
| 808-812 Memorial Drive II | 1 Bedroom Market | 647 Sq Ft | $2,965 |
| Chapman Arms | 1 Bedroom | 633 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Proto Kendall Square | 1 Bed/1 Bath-G | 615 Sq Ft | $3,842 |
| Auburn Court | 2 Bed Flat | 610 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
| 929 Mass | One Bedrooms | 439 Sq Ft | $2,835 |
Cheapest Available Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 524 Putnam Ave | C | $2,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #18
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 524 Putnam Ave listed at $2,600.
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 $3,328.
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 3,750 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 0 sq ft.
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