
Luxury Homes for Rent in Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (1,221 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in the Central Square area of Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


3 Howland St

3 Howland St

136 Banks St

3 Howland St

17 Putnam Ave, Unit 19-T

341 Norfolk St, Unit 2

362 Harvard St, Unit Harvard St.

380 Harvard St, Unit 1

20 Fairmont St
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370 Harvard St

350 Harvard St, Unit 2

390 Harvard St, Unit 390

380 Harvard St, Unit 4-T

216 Norfolk St

216 Norfolk St, Unit 1

226 Norfolk St, Unit T

216 Norfolk St, Unit Norfolk St

17 Putnam Ave, Unit 1
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17 Putnam Ave

369 Harvard St, Unit 367-3

7 Story St, Unit 1

7 Story St, Unit 1

369 Harvard St

19 Putnam Ave

40 Bow St, Unit #1

31 Athens St

31 Athens St, Unit SF

31 Athens St

31 Athens St
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31 Athens St

31 Athens St

216 Norfolk St, Unit 216

281 Brookline St, Unit 1

281 Brookline St, Unit 1

15 Valentine St, Unit 3

454 Green St, Unit 2
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267 Norfolk St

267 Norfolk St

40 Bow St, Unit 1

40 Bow St

40 Bow St, Unit Bow St

35 Gorham St

56 JFK St, Unit 2

56 JFK St, Unit 4

40 Bow St, Unit 1

346 Norfolk St

6 Saint Paul St

6 Saint Paul St, Unit 2

6 Saint Paul St, Unit 2
Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,748 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,905 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,329 | $3,250 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,661 | $4,000 | $9,000 |
Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,352 | $7,000 | $9,975 |
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There are currently 1221 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 2823 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $995 to $29,690. There are also 1307 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 $4,939.
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 $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
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