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53 Rindge Ave, Unit 53 Rindge - 3S
53 Rindge AveCambridge, MA 02140
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11 Granite St, Unit bedroom rental
11 Granite StCambridge, MA 02139
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315 Elm St
315 Elm StCambridge, MA 02139
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$1,300
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19 Hunting St, Unit 1
19 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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17 Hunting St
17 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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$1,400 - $1,475
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10 Clary St
10 Clary StCambridge, MA 02139
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityFrost Terrace
1781-1791 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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21 Brookline St, Unit #111
21 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 112
66 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
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237 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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30-32 Normandy AveCambridge, MA 02138
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Finch Cambridge
671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect St
179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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27 William St
27 William StCambridge, MA 02139
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Close Building
243 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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Putnam Manor
16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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63 Inman Street
63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139
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29 Ware St @ Harvard Yard
29 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave
1610-1622 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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1102 Cambridge Street
1100-1108 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139
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18 Glenville Ave
18 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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96 Munroe St
96 Munroe StSomerville, MA 02143
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1
3 Winship PlBoston, MA 02135
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90 Chandler St, Unit 1
90 Chandler StSomerville, MA 02144
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22 Highgate St, Unit 1
22 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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$1,500 - $4,800
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1050 Commonwealth Ave
1050 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02215
26 Alfred St
MedfordMA02155
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$1,550 - $2,150
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Vinal Street Apartments
10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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$1,650 - $1,775
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18 Autumn St
18 Autumn StSomerville, MA 02145
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1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3
1460 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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$1,725
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248 Newbury St, Unit 12
248 Newbury StBoston, MA 02116
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Burbank Terrace
72 Burbank StBoston, MA 02115
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15 Higgins St
15 Higgins StBoston, MA 02134
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67 Brighton Ave, Unit 3
67 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134
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1061 Beacon St, Unit 9
1061 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
28 Academy Hill Rd
BostonMA02135
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142 North Beacon St
142 North Beacon StBoston, MA 02135
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140 North Beacon St
140 North Beacon StBoston, MA 02135
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now18 Saint Lukes Rd
18 Saint Lukes RdBoston, MA 02134
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507 Beacon St
507 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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507 Beacon St
507 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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313 Allston St, Unit 5
313 Allston StBoston, MA 02135
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107 Gordon St, Unit 12
107 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,850 - $8,000
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Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Now27 Saint Lukes Rd
27 Saint Lukes RdAllston, MA 02134
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107 Gordon St, Unit 7
107 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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$1,850 - $2,700
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now805 Mount Auburn St
805 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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99 Brainerd Rd, Unit 9
99 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
49 Newbern Ave
SomervilleMA02145
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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 |
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| Harvard Square Studio Apartments | $2,551 | $1,495 | $5,862 |
| Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,198 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,715 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,844 | $1,250 | $9,500 |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,791 | $4,700 | $9,800 |
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Cheapest Available Harvard Square Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Saint Lukes Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harvard Square area is the $0.21 price per square foot 42 Long Ave Model at 42 Long Ave, Unit 2 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Harvard Square apartment is the 1460 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,700 with a $0.17 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harvard Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 Long Ave, Unit 2 | 42 Long Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1460 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 22 Highgate St, Unit 1 | 22 Highgate St | Studio ,2BA | $0.15 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 2 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 108 Washington St, Unit 1 | 108 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 317 Allston St | 317 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 18 Saint Lukes Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 30 Peterborough St, Unit D | 30 Peterborough St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 120 Brainerd Rd, Unit 3 | 120 Brainerd Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harvard Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harvard Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harvard Square is at 18 Saint Lukes Rd listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment is $1,895 at 302 Newbury St.
What is the most affordable Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 27 Saint Lukes Rd and starts from $2,500.
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