
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (828 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Central Square area of Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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Chroma

Kendall Crossing Apartments

808-812 Memorial Drive II

Longfellow Apartments

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Market Central

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Proto Kendall Square

Magazine Street Apartments

434 - 440 Massachusetts Ave.
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Church Corner

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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100 Memorial Drive

Pacific Street Apartments

784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments

The University

The Cantabrigia

Auburn Court

Cambridge Ivy Inn

Central Square LLC( Residential)
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Chapman Arms

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334 Harvard Street

4 Union Pl

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50 7th St, Unit 1

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288 Prospect St, Unit 288

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1626 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1

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9 Fulkerson St, Unit 1

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910 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 8

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107 Oxford St, Unit 3

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113 Auburn St, Unit 45
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11 Story St, Unit 3

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19 Plymouth St, Unit 1

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23 Wendell St, Unit 12

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363 Windsor St, Unit 3

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208 Banks St, Unit 6

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18 Tremont St, Unit 2A

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24 Hews St, Unit 1

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16 Tremont St, Unit 2T

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1110 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3

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393 Broadway, Unit #20
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25 Chauncy St, Unit #19

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104 Trowbridge St, Unit 4R

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1717 Cambridge St, Unit #35

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19 Plymouth St, Unit 1

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27 Chauncy St, Unit #19

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11 Andrew St, Unit #2

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1433 Cambridge St, Unit 1433 Cambridge Street

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18 Tremont St, Unit 18 Tremont Street

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300 Franklin St, Unit 300 Franklin Street

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18 Portsmouth 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 | $2,821 | $1,100 | $3,800 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $1,299 | $4,894 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,740 | $2,000 | $6,241 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,357 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,134 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,174 | $4,000 | $9,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #19
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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Getting Around the Central Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
71 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
How much are Studio apartments in Central Square?
There are currently 376 Studio Apartments in Central Square with rent ranges from $1,100 to $3,800 with an average price of $2,821.
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 $4,894 with an average monthly rent of $3,153.
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 $2,000 to $6,241. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,740.
How expensive are Central Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 303 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $995 to $11,000 - averaging $4,357 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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