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293 Sidney St
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69 Dana St
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15 Trowbridge St
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31 Wendell St, Unit 12
31 Wendell St
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39 Lee St
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95 Trowbridge St
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28 Langdon St
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16 Chauncy St, Unit 18B
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17 Bay St
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56 Hancock St, Unit 6
56 Hancock St
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27 Lambert St, Unit 3L
27 Lambert St
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524 Putnam Ave, Unit 9
524 Putnam Ave
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23 Lambert St
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63 Dana St
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338 Harvard St, Unit 2
338 Harvard St
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900 Massachusetts Ave
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27 Lambert St, Unit 1L
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269 Harvard St, Unit 10
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369 Franklin St, Unit 1
369 Franklin St
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183 Harvard St, Unit 3
183 Harvard St
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63 Dana St
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121 Auburn St
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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 | $3,546 | $1,695 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,088 | $930 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,596 | $1,010 | $8,500 |
| Central Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,705 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| Central Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,182 | $1,100 | $9,975 |
| Central Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,386 | $1,130 | $1,580 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Square?
There are currently 1363 Apartments for Rent in Central Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $975 to $15,000. There are also 673 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Square ranging from $830 to $15,600.
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 $830 to $15,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,842.
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 $995 to $11,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $930 to $13,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,010 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.
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