
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (2,106 Rentals)


605 Concord at Fresh Pond

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Urbane at Alewife

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Tempo Cambridge

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Market Central

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Proto Kendall Square

Blair Pond Estates

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The Wyeth

603 Concord
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Cambridge Park Apartments

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Chroma

Third Square

Kendall Crossing Apartments

Cambridge Ivy Inn

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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 Laurent

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Fuse

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The Residences of University Park

929 Mass

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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Atmark Cambridge

Lofts at Kendall Square

Parkside Place

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100 Memorial Drive

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22 Concord Ave
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Watermark Kendall East

Central Square LLC( Residential)

Park77 Apartments

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7 Cameron Apartments

8-12 Wendell St

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Forest Court

Walden Park

Chapman Arms

Auburn Court
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524 Putnam Ave

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334 Harvard Street

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Briston Arms Apartments

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61 Market St, Unit 2

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6 Beech St

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1648 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 54

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720 Cambridge St, Unit 2

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39 Fairmont St, Unit #1

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32 Shepard St, Unit 33
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 | $2,521 | $1,225 | $5,650 |
Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $1,025 | $7,806 |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,688 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,281 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,119 | $990 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,269 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,416 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 2106 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 Courtyard at North Beacon and is listed at 1,150 square feet priced from $3,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard at North Beacon | B1G | 1,150 Sq Ft | $3,050 |
| Lantera at Boston Landing | 1D.5 | 980 Sq Ft | $4,351 |
| The Royal Belmont | Lawrence | 971 Sq Ft | $3,480 |
| Windsor at Cambridge Park | E | 940 Sq Ft | $3,126 |
| E3 Apartments | Element_B2.HC | 914 Sq Ft | $3,566 |
| Lofts at Kendall Square | The Lofts 1 Bedroom I | 900 Sq Ft | $3,786 |
| Urbane at Alewife | A17 | 896 Sq Ft | $3,581 |
| One65 Main | A1DA | 892 Sq Ft | $4,550 |
| Landmark Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 610 Sq Ft | $3,450 |
| St. Germain Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 559 Sq Ft | $2,855 |
Cheapest Available Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Ivy Inn | Room Lodging Style | $1,600 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #23
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.
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 $3,018.
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 1,150 square feet unit starting from $3,050 at Courtyard at North Beacon.
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 700 sq ft.
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