Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,000 (181 Rentals)

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Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Square Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
515 Green St2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Square area is the $0.23 price per square foot 204 Banks St Model at 204 Banks St, Unit #218-7 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Central Square apartment is the 17 Ware St Model at 17 Ware St, Unit #23 - 2 starting at $2,475 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
204 Banks St, Unit #218-7204 Banks StStudio ,1BA$0.23
17 Ware St, Unit #23 - 217 Ware StStudio ,1BA$0.25
216 Banks St, Unit B216 Banks St1BR,1BA$0.24
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
36 Harding St, Unit 136 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
42 Harding St, Unit 142 Harding St1BR,1BA$0.21
40 Harding St, Unit 240 Harding St2BR,1BA$0.23
16 Clinton St, Unit B16 Clinton St1BR,1BA$0.24

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?

There are currently 2929 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $925 to $24,052. There are also 1354 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $2,000 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 $2,000 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,414.

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 $1,050 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.

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