3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 2
3 Gray Gdns W
CambridgeMA02138
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536 Cambridge St, Unit 3
536 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02141
333 Harvard St, Unit #9
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
19 Bay St
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
20 Ellery St, Unit 103
20 Ellery St
CambridgeMA02138
353 Prospect St, Unit 3
353 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
48 Porter St, Unit 1
48 Porter St
CambridgeMA02141
23 Gray St, Unit 4
23 Gray St
CambridgeMA02138
13 Pleasant St, Unit 2
13 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
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19 Arrow St
CambridgeMA02138
357 Prospect St, Unit 03
357 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
6 Clary St, Unit 1
6 Clary St
CambridgeMA02139
164 Putnam Ave, Unit 168
164 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
167 Hampshire St, Unit 1
167 Hampshire St
CambridgeMA02139
33 Pleasant St, Unit 2
33 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
11 Gray St, Unit 5
11 Gray St
CambridgeMA02138
23 Pine St, Unit 2##
23 Pine St
CambridgeMA02139
1643 Cambridge St, Unit 77
1643 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
357 Prospect St, Unit 3
357 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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62 River St, Unit 3
62 River St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Franklin St, Unit 408
325 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 7C
1580 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
434 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
202 Banks St
CambridgeMA02138
602 Franklin St, Unit 3
602 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
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288 Prospect St, Unit #7
288 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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1210 Cambridge St, Unit #1
1210 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139
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$6,515
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$6,188
Required Monthly Fees$327
Total Monthly Price$6,515
82 Ames St, Unit SI FL20-ID1050401P
82 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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1610 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 10
1610 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$27,790
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$26,443
Required Monthly Fees$1,347
Total Monthly Price$27,790
425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit SI ID1596482P
425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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1622 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B3
1622 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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345 Franklin St, Unit 402
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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345 Franklin St, Unit 407
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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345 Franklin St, Unit 501
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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345 Franklin St, Unit #302
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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$10,189
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$9,685
Required Monthly Fees$504
Total Monthly Price$10,189
425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit SI ID1252101P
425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,318
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$5,056
Required Monthly Fees$262
Total Monthly Price$5,318
139-141-141 Putnam Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1546163P
139-141-141 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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210 River St
210 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,565
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$5,100
Required Monthly Fees$465
Total Monthly Price$5,565
129 Franklin St, Unit SI FL2-ID816
129 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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345 Franklin St, Unit 302
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,080
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$4,640
Required Monthly Fees$440
Total Monthly Price$5,080
88 Ames St, Unit SI FL8-ID974
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$6,030
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$5,590
Required Monthly Fees$440
Total Monthly Price$6,030
88 Ames St, Unit SI FL14-ID39
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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345 Franklin St, Unit #501
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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$6,609
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$6,283
Required Monthly Fees$326
Total Monthly Price$6,609
25 A Jay Street-SI FL3-ID1238051P, Unit SI FL3-ID1238051P
25 A Jay StCambridge, MA 02139
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$5,343
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$5,078
Required Monthly Fees$265
Total Monthly Price$5,343
25 A Jay Street-SI FL3-ID1238070P, Unit SI FL3-ID1238070P
25 A Jay StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,380
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$2,940
Required Monthly Fees$440
Total Monthly Price$3,380
50 Kinnaird St, Unit SI FL1-ID1153
50 Kinnaird StCambridge, MA 02139
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345 Franklin St, Unit #505
345 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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1622 Massachusetts Ave, Unit B3
1622 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,665
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$3,200
Required Monthly Fees$465
Total Monthly Price$3,665
129 Franklin St, Unit SI FL1-ID991
129 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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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 | $3,635 | $2,600 | $6,825 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,818 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,545 | $1,510 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,942 | $1,230 | $7,950 |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,092 | $1,480 | $9,300 |
| Central Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,677 | $1,610 | $1,760 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 1083 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $27,790. There are also 441 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $1,100 to $15,000.
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 $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,009.
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 $3,200.
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