
Student Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (81 Rentals)
Rentals in the Central Square area of Cambridge near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


31-33 Roberts Rd

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

524 Putnam Ave

Total Monthly Price
334 Harvard Street

Brattle Arms Apartments

155 Prospect St

4 Union Pl

Harvard University Housing

47 Banks St
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Leverett Towers

Harvard University Housing

69 Banks St

11 Ware St

Haskins Hall / Harvard University Housing

472-474 Broadway

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

33-35 Banks St

Harvard University Housing
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Zeta Psi

Holden Green/ Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

8 Grant St

Harvard University Housing
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Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

10 Akron St

Harvard University Housing

59 Banks St

Ash Down House

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

Alumnae Hall
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Harvard University Housing

Sidney Pacific Graduate Community

Harvard University Housing

28 Hingham St

Harvard University Housing

Harvard University Housing

11 Plymouth St

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 | $2,960 | $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 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #18
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 $3,276.
What is the largest Student Central Square Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Central Square is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $4,400 at 33-35 Magnus Ave.
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 697 sq ft.
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