
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (2,191 Rentals)


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Urbane at Alewife

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Tempo Cambridge

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Proto Kendall Square

Blair Pond Estates

Park87 Apartments

CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities

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Chroma

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The Wyeth

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Atmark Cambridge

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

603 Concord

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One65 Main

808-812 Memorial Drive II

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Watermark Kendall West

Longfellow Apartments

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The Brook Luxury Apartments of Cambridge

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Fuse Cambridge
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The Residences of University Park

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Cambridge Park Apartments

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929 Mass

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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100 Memorial Drive

Parkside Place

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The Laurent

Harvard Towers

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Lofts at Kendall Square

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Third Square
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Market Central

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22 Concord Ave

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Watermark Kendall East

Central Square LLC( Residential)

Park77 Apartments

Chester Street Apartments

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8-12 Wendell St

Chapman Arms

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Forest Court
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Auburn Court

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Walden Park

524 Putnam Ave

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334 Harvard Street

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Briston Arms Apartments

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94 River St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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23 Lambert St

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101 Fayerweather St, Unit B, Unit B

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1 Langdon St
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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 | $2,544 | $1,550 | $7,399 |
Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,780 | $1,820 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,334 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,019 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,173 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,630 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 2191 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Largest Available Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Harvard Square area of Boston, MA is found at Lantera at Boston Landing and is listed at 980 square feet priced from $4,270. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantera at Boston Landing | 1D.5 | 980 Sq Ft | $4,270 |
| Watermark Kendall West | A10R | 974 Sq Ft | $4,746 |
| Windsor at Cambridge Park | E | 940 Sq Ft | $3,440 |
| Harper | A2 | 926 Sq Ft | $3,667 |
| E3 Apartments | Element_B2.HC | 914 Sq Ft | $3,868 |
| Lofts at Kendall Square | The Lofts 1 Bedroom I | 900 Sq Ft | $3,641 |
| Fenway Triangle | 1 bedroom | 887 Sq Ft | $3,987 |
| Avalon Brighton | A1L-887sf-Apt110 | 887 Sq Ft | $4,060 |
| Third Square | 1 Bed - 884 | 884 Sq Ft | $3,975 |
| St. Germain Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 555 Sq Ft | $2,855 |
Cheapest Available Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Saint Lukes Rd | 1 bed, 1 bath | $1,900 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard Square, Cambridge, MA
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Harvard Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Harvard Square with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Harvard Square is at 27 Saint Lukes Rd listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Harvard Square is $3,078.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Harvard Square is a 980 square feet unit starting from $4,270 at Lantera at Boston Landing.
What is the average size for Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Harvard Square is currently 664 sq ft.
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