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28 Speridakis TerCambridge, MA 02139
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175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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1000 Memorial Dr, Unit 2
1000 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
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50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
130 Mt Auburn St
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183-185 Rindge Ave
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146 Allston St
146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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19 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139
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126 Warren StBrighton, MA 02135
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101 Monmouth StBrookline, MA 02446
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20 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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22 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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45 Calvin St, Unit 3
45 Calvin StSomerville, MA 02143
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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton
120 Holton StBoston, MA 02135
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46 Park Vale AveBoston, MA 02134
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16 Glenville Ave, Unit 2
16 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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20 Highgate St
20 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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72 Leicester St
72 Leicester StBoston, MA 02135
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166 Kelton St, Unit 4
166 Kelton StBoston, MA 02134
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43 Bradley St, Unit 2
43 Bradley StSomerville, MA 02145
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68 Willow AveSomerville, MA 02144
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923 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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42 Brainerd Rd
42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2
29 Bailey RdSomerville, MA 02145
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104 Warren St, Unit 7
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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18 Greylock Rd
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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420 Medford St, Unit 1
420 Medford StSomerville, MA 02145
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42 Brainerd Rd
42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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7 Denby Rd, Unit 3R
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
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Hamilton Union
508-524 Cambridge StAllston, MA 02134
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18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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104 Warren St, Unit 4
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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7 Denby Rd, Unit 1
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
457 Beacon St
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32 Munroe StSomerville, MA 02143
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153 Brighton Ave
153 Brighton AveBoston, MA 02134
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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 | $2,612 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $950 | $6,312 |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,646 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,224 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,995 | $990 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,147 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,325 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA
As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harvard Square area is the $0.18 price per square foot 7 Beals St Model at 7 Beals St, Unit B7 in the in the Fisher Hill neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Harvard Square apartment is the 34 Brainerd Rd Model at 34 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6 starting at $1,825 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Harvard Square 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. |
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| 7 Beals St, Unit B7 | 7 Beals St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 34 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6 | 34 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 1120 Commonwealth Ave, Unit A | 1120 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 592 Cambridge St, Unit 11 | 592 Cambridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 15 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 15 Walbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12 | 1440 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 90 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6 | 90 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 1114 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2 | 1114 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 67 Gordon St, Unit 5 | 67 Gordon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 16 Chester St, Unit 2 | 16 Chester St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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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 Armington Street Apartments listed at $1,775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment is $1,600 at Cambridge Ivy Inn.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harvard Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harvard Square is starting from $2,200 at Hamilton Union.
What is the most affordable Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Commonwealth Gardens and starts from $2,550.
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