
Luxury Homes for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (443 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in the Central Square area of Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


69 Dana St

19 Arrow St

16 Chauncy St

276 Harvard St

218 Banks St, Unit 7

1210 Massachusetts Ave

1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104

142 Berkshire St

16 Ware St, Unit B
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78 Kirkland St, Unit 1

135 Columbia St, Unit 1L

21 Chauncy St, Unit 44

21 Chauncy St, Unit 31

3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 2

27 Lambert St, Unit 1L

863 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 311

69 Dana St, Unit 8

19 Bay St

369 Franklin St, Unit 1
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10 Fulkerson St, Unit 2R

91 Hancock St, Unit 4

16 Ware St, Unit 1

536 Cambridge St, Unit 3

3 Jefferson St, Unit 2

41 Bowdoin St, Unit 3-4

54 JFK St, Unit 3

122 Berkshire St, Unit 3B

325 Harvard St, Unit 4

55 Magazine St, Unit 29
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333 Harvard St, Unit 7

17 Story St, Unit 3

333 Harvard St, Unit 4A

25 JFK St, Unit 5

1 Gray St, Unit 3

434 Franklin St

14 Magnolia Ave, Unit 2

218 Thorndike St, Unit 207

931 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 801

20 Ellery St, Unit 103
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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1R

38 Hunting St, Unit 2

353 Prospect St, Unit 3

13 Pleasant St, Unit 2

23 Gray St, Unit 4

10 7th St, Unit 10

48 Porter St, Unit 1

164 Putnam Ave, Unit 168

27 Lambert St, Unit 3R

33 Pleasant St, Unit 2
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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 | $3,665 | $2,495 | $5,575 |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,322 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,731 | $1,480 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,178 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,185 | $1,180 | $9,300 |
| Central Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,640 | $1,580 | $1,730 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 1171 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $16,556. There are also 500 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $1,180 to $19,750.
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 $1,180 to $19,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,936.
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 $16,556, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $19,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,480 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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