
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (643 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Central Square area of Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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808-812 Memorial Drive II

Longfellow Apartments

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Market Central

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The Residences of University Park

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Church Corner

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929 Mass
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Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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100 Memorial Drive

Central Square LLC( Residential)

Chapman Arms

Auburn Court

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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334 Harvard Street

5 Concord Ave

19 Garden St

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59 Church St, Unit 201
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371 Harvard St, Unit 375-2

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377 Prospect St, Unit 2

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3 Howland St, Unit 1

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1056 Cambridge St

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294 Harvard St, Unit 504

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97 Hancock St, Unit 4

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102 Willow St, Unit 2

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88 Willow St

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177 Harvard St, Unit R3

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52 Portsmouth St, Unit 1
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30 Fairmont Ave, Unit B2

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177 Harvard St, Unit B3

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1110 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3

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32 Fairmont Ave, Unit R2

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32 Putnam Ave

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363 Windsor St, Unit 2

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339 Allston St

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15 Pleasant Pl, Unit 1

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12 7th St, Unit 6R

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65 Wendell St, Unit wen
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8 Adams Ter, Unit 2

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182 Magazine St, Unit 1

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795 Cambridge St, Unit 2

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113 River St, Unit 113 River St., 1

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145 Willow St, Unit 2

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259 Washington St, Unit 1

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79 Hampshire St, Unit 6

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339 Broadway, Unit 1

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1010 Cambridge St, Unit 2R

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375 Prospect St, Unit 1
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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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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #10
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Square, Cambridge, MA
John M. Tobin Montessori School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
How much are Studio apartments in Central Square?
There are currently 357 Studio Apartments in Central Square with rent ranges from $1,850 to $4,090 with an average price of $2,941.
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 $1,250 to $7,139 with an average monthly rent of $3,302.
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 $2,495 to $12,248. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,163.
How expensive are Central Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 290 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $875 to $12,350 - averaging $4,361 for the location.
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