276 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
Homes for Rent in Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (634 Rentals)
277 Harvard St, Unit 11
277 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
269 Harvard St, Unit 23
269 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
269 Harvard St, Unit 24
269 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
141 Prospect St, Unit 2
141 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
141 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
39 Lee St, Unit 3A
39 Lee St
CambridgeMA02139
368 Broadway
CambridgeMA02139
856 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 10
856 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
97 Hancock St, Unit 2
97 Hancock St
CambridgeMA02139
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99 Hancock St, Unit 2
99 Hancock St
CambridgeMA02139
91 Hancock St, Unit 2
91 Hancock St
CambridgeMA02139
229 Harvard St, Unit 1
229 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Harvard St, Unit 4
325 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
10 Pleasant St, Unit 3
10 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
900 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
13 Pleasant St, Unit 2
13 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
900 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 6
900 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
329 Harvard St, Unit 1
329 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
223 Prospect St, Unit 3
223 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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216 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
369 Franklin St, Unit 1
369 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
413 Washington St
CambridgeMA02139
201 Norfolk St, Unit 1
201 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Franklin St, Unit 1
325 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Franklin St, Unit 408
325 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
300 Franklin St, Unit 2
300 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
340 Franklin St, Unit 8
340 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
395 Broadway, Unit 32
395 Broadway
CambridgeMA02139
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25 Highland Ave, Unit 1R
25 Highland Ave
CambridgeMA02139
216 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
434 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
16 Murdock St, Unit 2
16 Murdock St
CambridgeMA02139
950 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 311
950 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
950 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 506
950 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
6 Marie Ave, Unit 1
6 Marie Ave
CambridgeMA02139
135 Columbia St, Unit 1L
135 Columbia St
CambridgeMA02139
20 Marie Ave, Unit 2
20 Marie Ave
CambridgeMA02139
147 Columbia St
CambridgeMA02139
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39 Dana St, Unit A
39 Dana St
CambridgeMA02138
267 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
152 Columbia St, Unit 2L
152 Columbia St
CambridgeMA02139
290 Prospect St, Unit #1
290 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
17 Bay
CambridgeMA02139
235 Columbia St, Unit 4R
235 Columbia St
CambridgeMA02139
167 Hampshire St, Unit 1
167 Hampshire St
CambridgeMA02139
33 Pleasant St, Unit 2
33 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
19 Bay St
CambridgeMA02139
20 Ellery St, Unit 306
20 Ellery St
CambridgeMA02138
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Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,905 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,897 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,453 | $1,510 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,509 | $1,330 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,463 | $1,330 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,956 | $1,610 | $9,300 |
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Ranked #18
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 1258 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $15,000. There are also 642 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $1,075 to $22,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Square ranges from $1,075 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,467.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Square range from $1,500 to $12,350, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,075 to $22,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,510 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.
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