Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (15 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Central Square area of Cambridge with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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CHR Harvard Square Communities
Rent Specials
$2,510 - $7,395
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Special Offer
2 Months Free Two Months Free on Select Apartments or Up to $10,000 in Jordan's Furniture. Only 1st Month's Rent Required.
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CHR Harvard Square Communities

1 Langdon StCambridge, MA 02138
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Longfellow Apartments
Rent Specials
$2,050 - $4,000
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
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Specials **First & last month’s rent deposits REQUIRED. 1 Mo. Security Deposit may be required. Renter’s insurance policy required. $75/mont
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Longfellow Apartments

1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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Church Corner
Rent Specials
$3,600 - $6,275
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$3,600 - $6,275

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$3,600 - $6,275
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Specials $99 Security Deposit! [Offer good thru Jul 31, 2026]
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Church Corner

10 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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929 Mass
Rent Specials
$2,535 - $3,535
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$2,500 - $3,500
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Specials Limited Time Offer! Receive One Month FREE on all Apartments! Also for a limited time, apply within 24 hours of your tour and recei
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929 Mass

929 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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100 Memorial Drive
Rent Specials
$2,600 - $15,000
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$2,600 - $15,000

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Discounts Now Offering Reduced Base Rents! Plus, apply within 48 hours of your first tour to receive an additional $1,000 off. Online pricin
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100 Memorial Drive

100 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02142
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
Rent Specials
$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550

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$1,600 - $2,550
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Specials Everything Included, no fees! Offcampus Housing for students! Please send us an email for fastest response time.
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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1 Gray St
$2,900 - $3,650
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$2,900 - $3,650

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$2,900 - $3,650
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1 Gray St

1 Gray StCambridge, MA 02138
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5 Elmer St
$2,250 - $4,600
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$2,250 - $4,600

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$2,250 - $4,600
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5 Elmer St

5 Elmer StCambridge, MA 02138
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Verra
Rent Specials
$2,680 - $5,946
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$2,680 - $5,946

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Specials Enjoy up to two months of base rent free—available on select apartment homes. Min. lease term applies. Other costs and fees exclude
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Verra

50 Western AveBoston, MA 02134
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Verge Residences
Rent Specials
$2,895 - $4,650
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$2,895 - $4,650

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$2,895 - $4,650
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1 Month Free Lease by September 1 and enjoy 1 month FREE plus a $1,250 gift card!
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Verge Residences

20 Medford StSomerville, MA 02143
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Union 346
Rent Specials
$2,750 - $2,950
Total Monthly Price12 Month Lease Term

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$2,750 - $2,950

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$2,750 - $2,950
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2 Months Free Get up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Contact us to learn about our current offer and schedule a tour today! Terms and restrictions may app
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Union 346

346 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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Prospect Union Square
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$2,817 - $8,710
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$2,817 - $8,710

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Specials Lease today and receive one month base rent free on select studios & 1 bedrooms! *Restrictions May Apply
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Prospect Union Square

50 Prospect StSomerville, MA 02143
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21 Rossmore St
$2,850 - $3,600
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$2,850 - $3,600

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$2,850 - $3,600
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21 Rossmore St

21 Rossmore StSomerville, MA 02143
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Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Top Cambridge Apartments in the Central Square Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 07-27-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Central Square, MA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Church Corner

$99 Security Deposit! [Offer good thru Jul 31, 2026]Expires 07-28-2026

Union 346

Get up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Contact us to learn about our current offer and schedule a tour today! Terms and restrictions may apply.Expires 07-28-2026

Verra

Enjoy up to two months of base rent free—available on select apartment homes. Min. lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 07-28-2026

CHR Harvard Square Communities

Two Months Free on Select Apartments or Up to $10,000 in Jordan's Furniture. Only 1st Month's Rent Required.Expires 07-28-2026

Prospect Union Square

Lease today and receive one month base rent free on select studios & 1 bedrooms! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 07-28-2026

929 Mass

Limited Time Offer! Receive One Month FREE on all Apartments! Also for a limited time, apply within 24 hours of your tour and receive an extra $500 bonus —don’t miss out! Terms and conditions may apply. Please contact the leasing office for more information.Expires 07-28-2026

Longfellow Apartments

**First & last month’s rent deposits REQUIRED. 1 Mo. Security Deposit may be required. Renter’s insurance policy required. $75/month pet fee – waived for documented ESA/service animals. Monthly parking availability & rates vary**Expires 07-28-2026

100 Memorial Drive

Now Offering Reduced Base Rents! Plus, apply within 48 hours of your first tour to receive an additional $1,000 off. Online pricing reflects reduced rents. Restrictions apply. Offer valid for new move-ins only. Subject to change.Expires 07-28-2026

Verge Residences

Lease by September 1 and enjoy 1 month FREE plus a $1,250 gift card!Expires 08-01-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Central Square, MA

Specials updated: 07-27-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Central Square, MA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Cambridge Ivy Inn

Everything Included, no fees! Offcampus Housing for students! Please send us an email for fastest response time.Expires 05-01-2031

Verge Residences

Lease by September 1 and enjoy 1 month FREE plus a $1,250 gift card!Expires 08-01-2026

Longfellow Apartments

**First & last month’s rent deposits REQUIRED. 1 Mo. Security Deposit may be required. Renter’s insurance policy required. $75/month pet fee – waived for documented ESA/service animals. Monthly parking availability & rates vary**Expires 07-28-2026

100 Memorial Drive

Now Offering Reduced Base Rents! Plus, apply within 48 hours of your first tour to receive an additional $1,000 off. Online pricing reflects reduced rents. Restrictions apply. Offer valid for new move-ins only. Subject to change.Expires 07-28-2026

Church Corner

$99 Security Deposit! [Offer good thru Jul 31, 2026]Expires 07-28-2026

Union 346

Get up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Contact us to learn about our current offer and schedule a tour today! Terms and restrictions may apply.Expires 07-28-2026

Verra

Enjoy up to two months of base rent free—available on select apartment homes. Min. lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 07-28-2026

CHR Harvard Square Communities

Two Months Free on Select Apartments or Up to $10,000 in Jordan's Furniture. Only 1st Month's Rent Required.Expires 07-28-2026

Prospect Union Square

Lease today and receive one month base rent free on select studios & 1 bedrooms! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 07-28-2026

929 Mass

Limited Time Offer! Receive One Month FREE on all Apartments! Also for a limited time, apply within 24 hours of your tour and receive an extra $500 bonus —don’t miss out! Terms and conditions may apply. Please contact the leasing office for more information.Expires 07-28-2026

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Central Square, Cambridge, MA

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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Central Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Central Square?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Central Square is at Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Central Square Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Central Square is $4,427.

What is the largest Rent Specials Central Square Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Central Square is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $7,000 at 183 River St, Unit 2.

What is the average size for Central Square Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Central Square is currently at 1,211 sq ft.

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