281 Brookline St, Unit #1
281 Brookline St
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310 Prospect St, Unit 1R
310 Prospect St
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310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
122 Berkshire St, Unit 3B
122 Berkshire St
CambridgeMA02141
306 Prospect St, Unit #3
306 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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10 7th St
CambridgeMA02141
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27 Lambert St
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23 Elmer St
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54 Kelly Rd
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30 Portsmouth St, Unit 3r
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291 Elm St, Unit 2
291 Elm St
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152 Columbia St
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32 Portsmouth St
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55 Magazine St
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173 Pleasant St, Unit 3
173 Pleasant St
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54 Portsmouth St, Unit 2
54 Portsmouth St
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24 Speridakis Ter, Unit 2
24 Speridakis Ter
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15 Boardman St
CambridgeMA02139
324 Harvard St, Unit 334 Harvard Street
324 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
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CambridgeMA02139
12 Marney St
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6 Newton St, Unit 2
6 Newton St
CambridgeMA02139
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10 Remington St
CambridgeMA02138
20 Marie Ave, Unit 2
20 Marie Ave
CambridgeMA02139
45 Maple Ave, Unit Maple Ave
45 Maple Ave
CambridgeMA02139
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14 Market St
CambridgeMA02139
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382 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
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1210 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139
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103 Norfolk StCambridge, MA 02139
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4 Douglass StCambridge, MA 02139
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38 Jefferson StCambridge, MA 02141
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161 Otis StCambridge, MA 02141
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33 Jefferson StCambridge, MA 02141
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12 Prince StCambridge, MA 02139
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33 Jefferson StCambridge, MA 02141
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254 Windsor StCambridge, MA 02139
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230 Brookline St, Unit 3
230 Brookline 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.
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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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