276 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
Homes for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (465 Rentals)
863 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 311
863 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
324 Harvard St, Unit 334 Harvard Street
324 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
5 Centre St, Unit 11
5 Centre St
CambridgeMA02139
91 Hancock St, Unit 4
91 Hancock St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Harvard St, Unit 4
325 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
10 Pleasant St, Unit 3
10 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
13 Pleasant St, Unit 2
13 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
900 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 6
900 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
216 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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369 Franklin St, Unit 1
369 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
201 Norfolk St, Unit 1
201 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Franklin St, Unit 408
325 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
36 Highland Ave, Unit D
36 Highland Ave
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit #9
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
300 Franklin St, Unit 2
300 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
216 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
401 Broadway
CambridgeMA02139
6 Ellsworth Ave
CambridgeMA02139
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2 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 32
2 Ellsworth Ave
CambridgeMA02139
434 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
3 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 41
3 Ellsworth Ave
CambridgeMA02139
200 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
5 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 23
5 Ellsworth Ave
CambridgeMA02139
20 Marie Ave, Unit 2
20 Marie Ave
CambridgeMA02139
267 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
156 Hampshire St
CambridgeMA02139
62 River St, Unit 3
62 River St
CambridgeMA02139
152 Columbia St, Unit 2L
152 Columbia St
CambridgeMA02139
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100 River St
CambridgeMA02139
167 Hampshire St, Unit 1
167 Hampshire St
CambridgeMA02139
33 Pleasant St, Unit 2
33 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
184 Green St, Unit 1
184 Green St
CambridgeMA02139
19 Bay St
CambridgeMA02139
20 Ellery St, Unit 103
20 Ellery St
CambridgeMA02138
1433 Cambridge St, Unit 3
1433 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02139
69 Dana St
CambridgeMA02138
69 Dana St, Unit 8
69 Dana St
CambridgeMA02138
306 Prospect St, Unit #3
306 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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310 Prospect St, Unit 1R
310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
310 Prospect St, Unit 3
310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
15 Boardman St, Unit 2
15 Boardman St
CambridgeMA02139
23 Pine St, Unit 2##
23 Pine St
CambridgeMA02139
1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1R
1576 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
201 Elm St
CambridgeMA02139
353 Prospect St, Unit 3
353 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
357 Prospect St, Unit 03
357 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
357 Prospect St, Unit 3
357 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
55 Magazine St, Unit 56
55 Magazine St
CambridgeMA02139
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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 | $3,677 | $2,600 | $6,825 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,956 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,280 | $1,510 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,061 | $1,230 | $8,699 |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,201 | $1,230 | $9,300 |
| Central Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,610 | $1,610 | $1,610 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 1074 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $27,790. There are also 459 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $1,100 to $12,350.
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 $1,100 to $12,350 with an average monthly rent of $3,977.
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 $1,300 to $20,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $12,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,510 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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