
Student Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (74 Rentals)
Rentals in the Central Square area of Cambridge near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


808-812 Memorial Drive II

Cambridge Ivy Inn

Total Monthly Price
334 Harvard Street

4 Union Pl

155 Prospect St

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing
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Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

472-474 Broadway

Leverett Towers

47 Banks St

Haskins Hall / Harvard University Housing

11 Ware St

69 Banks St
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10 Akron St

8 Grant St

Holden Green/ Harvard University Housing

Graduate Tower at Site 4

33-35 Banks St

28 Hingham St

Sidney Pacific Graduate Community

Peabody Terrace/Harvard University Housing

Alumnae Hall

3 Athens Ter
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Ash Down House

59 Banks St

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Thayer Hall, Harvard University, FAS

41-43 Banks St

Kirkland Court/ Harvard University Housing

22-24 Prescott St

18 Banks St

East Campus Alumni Memorial Housing
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42 Kirkland St

Terry Terrace

37 Banks St

1-2 Athens Ter

11-13 Plymouth Street

4-6 Athens Ter

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing
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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 | $2,871 | $1,900 | $3,800 |
| Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,174 | $1,150 | $4,846 |
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,730 | $2,200 | $6,241 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,434 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,173 | $990 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,008 | $4,000 | $9,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 74 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Central Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Central Square?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Central Square is at Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.
How much is the average rent for a Student Central Square Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Central Square is $2,972.
What is the largest Student Central Square Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Central Square is a 1,500 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at 4 Union Pl.
What is the average size for Central Square Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Central Square is currently at 561 sq ft.
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