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Luxe at Alewife
80 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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605 Concord at Fresh Pond
605 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,877 - $9,131
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Urbane at Alewife
50 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,540 - $7,471
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Tempo Cambridge
203 Concord TpkeCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,000
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Cogswell Ave-Utilities and Internet Included
22-32 Cogswell AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,650 - $4,000
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Harvard Towers
295 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$4,200 - $5,200
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Park87 Apartments
87 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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$4,300 - $4,400
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603 Concord
603 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,510 - $7,395
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CHR Harvard Square Communities
1 Langdon StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,659 - $24,810
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Chroma
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,953 - $10,348
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Atmark Cambridge
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,050 - $5,186
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Parkside Place
700 HuronCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,000 - $3,200
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Kendall Crossing Apartments
157 Sixth StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,484 - $9,619
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One65 Main
165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,895 - $4,060
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808-812 Memorial Drive II
808-812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,686 - $7,474
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Watermark Kendall West
350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,050 - $4,000
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Longfellow Apartments
1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,911 - $10,651
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The Laurent
55 Wheeler StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,600 - $3,750
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The Brook
95 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,553 - $6,843
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Market Central
425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,170 - $6,255
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Church Corner
10 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,433 - $6,554
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Cambridge Park Apartments
30 Cambridge Park DrCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,410 - $5,126
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929 Mass
929 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,305 - $3,595
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Clinton & Prospect Apartments
270 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,452 - $15,000
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100 Memorial Drive
100 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,800 - $5,795
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Lofts at Kendall Square
195 Binney StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,538 - $6,395
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Third Square
285 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,100 - $4,950
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The Wyeth
120-124 Rindge AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,100
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61 Fayette Street- All Inclusive!
61 Fayette StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,504 - $7,698
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Watermark Kendall East
250 Kendall StCambridge, MA 02142
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$5,000
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Central Square LLC( Residential)
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,350 - $5,250
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Park77 Apartments
77 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,000 - $2,300
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Chester Street Apartments
9-15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,500 - $4,700
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7 Cameron Apartments
7 Cameron AveCambridge, MA 02140
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8-12 Wendell St
8-12 Wendell StCambridge, MA 02138
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Chapman Arms
4 University RdCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,875 - $4,000
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Forest Court
16 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,300 - $4,700
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Auburn Court
One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,757 - $4,330
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Walden Park
205 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$1,975 - $3,795
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Blair Pond Estates
30-32 Normandy AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,340
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Cambridge Court Apartments 55+ Community
411 Franklin St G-6Cambridge, MA 02139
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$1,600 - $2,550
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$1,696 - $2,381
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Frost Terrace
1781-1791 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,285 - $4,600
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334 Harvard Street
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,200
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3 Palermo St
3 Palermo StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,350
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230 Western Ave
230 Western AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,200 - $6,500
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5 Concord Ave
5 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$1,950 - $2,440
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Briston Arms Apartments
237 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,200 - $3,600
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19 Garden St
19 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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$8,700 - $9,300
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7 Story St
7 Story StCambridge, MA 02138
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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harvard Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Square Studio Apartments | $2,601 | $1,650 | $5,370 |
| Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,136 | $950 | $9,403 |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,762 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,129 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,756 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,068 | $3,650 | $9,300 |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,885 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Harvard Square, Cambridge, and the greater Boston area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have younger kids when you rent. This residential area is now ranked as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and having the best education available.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and outdoor amenities is critically important. Harvard Square is known as providing good access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood has a reputation as one of our preferred high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, maid services, views, access to parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
Are there furry friends in your life? this area of town ranks as one of the best-regarded communities for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge, MA?
As of today, September 19, 2026, there are currently 4,310 available Harvard Square apartments priced from $950 to $27,790, with an average monthly rent of $3,725.
How much are Studio apartments in Harvard Square?
There are currently 1,023 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,650 to $5,370 with an average price of $2,601.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Harvard Square ranges from $950 to $9,403 with an average monthly rent of $3,136.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Harvard Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Harvard Square range from $1,350 to $27,790. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,762.
How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 879 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,100 to $20,550 - averaging $4,129 for the location.
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