
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $900 (165 Rentals) Page 2 of 4
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83 Gordon St

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484 Main St, Unit 3

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18 Saint Lukes Rd

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140 North Beacon St

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142 North Beacon St

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507 Beacon St

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Residences at Brighton Marine

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805 Mount Auburn St

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27 Saint Lukes Rd
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107 Gordon St, Unit 7

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1116 Commonwealth Ave

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868 Beacon St

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302 Newbury St

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220 - 236 Kelton St

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15-25 Hemenway St

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Commonwealth Apartments

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Hamilton Union

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1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12

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15 Walbridge St, Unit 4
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1148 Commonwealth Ave

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8 Sawyer Ter, Unit 1

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5 Walbridge St, Unit 2

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18 Malbert Rd, Unit 1

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472 Western Ave, Unit 1

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400 Somerville Ave, Unit G

82 Jersey St, Unit 1

50 Hereford St, Unit 3

1027 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 23

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25 Gardner St, Unit 3
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60 Brighton Ave

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1175 Boylston St

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220 Kelton St, Unit 1

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4 Woodstock Ave

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107 Gordon St, Unit 12

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1411 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 504

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186 Naples Rd, Unit 401

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182 Naples Rd, Unit 211

1027 Commonwealth Ave

365 Washington St, Unit 204A
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533 Newbury St, Unit B

1077 Beacon St, Unit 6

405 Beacon St, Unit D

1077 Beacon St, Unit 9

854 Beacon St, Unit D

1110 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 709

1148 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 47

1152 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 33

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76 Gordon St, Unit 1

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40 Ridgemont 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 | $2,601 | $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+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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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 $1,847 at Burbank Terrace.
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 $1,900 at 15-25 Hemenway 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 Residences at Brighton Marine and starts from $1,848.
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