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Luxe at Alewife
80 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now605 Concord at Fresh Pond
605 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$1,600 - $2,550
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,533 - $6,418
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Urbane at Alewife
50 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,247 - $8,299
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$2,247 - $8,299
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Tempo Cambridge
203 Concord TpkeCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,000 - $5,100
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark87 Apartments
87 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,500 - $4,400
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now603 Concord
603 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,011 - $6,487
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$3,011 - $6,487
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Cambridge Park Apartments
30 Cambridge Park DrCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,510 - $7,395
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities
1 Langdon StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,926 - $16,024
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowChroma
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,081 - $8,902
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Third Square
285 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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$3,496 - $5,475
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$3,496 - $5,475
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Watermark Kendall West
350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,050 - $3,850
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLongfellow Apartments
1200 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,448 - $7,209
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The Laurent
55 Wheeler StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,400 - $3,700
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$3,400 - $3,700
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The Brook Luxury Apartments of Cambridge
95 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,553 - $7,105
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$2,553 - $7,105
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Market Central
425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,902 - $5,266
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$2,902 - $5,266
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Fuse
165 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,480 - $6,075
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$3,480 - $6,075
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$3,480 - $6,075
Church Corner
10 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,527 - $9,883
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$2,527 - $9,883
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Atmark Cambridge
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,750 - $15,000
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$2,750 - $15,000
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$2,750 - $15,000
100 Memorial Drive
100 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,933 - $6,489
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Watermark Kendall East
250 Kendall StCambridge, MA 02142
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$2,500 - $4,400
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark77 Apartments
77 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,200 - $2,400
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowChester Street Apartments
9-15 Chester StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,375 - $4,130
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$2,375 - $4,130
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Walden Park
205 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,875 - $4,000
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$2,875 - $4,000
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Forest Court
16 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,550 - $3,600
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$2,550 - $3,600
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334 Harvard Street
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,200 - $3,700
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4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now4 Union Pl
4 Union PlCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,500
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$3,500
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$3,500
372 Prospect St, Unit 3
372 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,600
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$3,600
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$3,600
13 Pleasant St, Unit 13 Pleasant Street
13 Pleasant StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,750
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$2,750
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$2,750
73 5th St, Unit 73 5th Street
73 5th StCambridge, MA 02141
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27 Forest St, Unit 27 Forest Street
27 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,500
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5 Day St, Unit 5 Day Street
5 Day StCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,300
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Mar 1Total Monthly Price
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$3,300
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$3,300
148 Gore St
148 Gore StCambridge, MA 02141
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$1,550 - $2,536
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now525 LINC
525 Lincoln StAllston, MA 02134
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$2,675 - $6,385
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The Indie
35-43 Braintree StBoston, MA 02134
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$2,892 - $4,720
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Harper
80 Rugg RdAllston, MA 02134
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$2,650 - $4,650
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$2,650 - $4,650
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$2,650 - $4,650
Verge Residences
20 Medford StSomerville, MA 02143
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$3,433 - $5,893
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$3,368 - $5,828
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$65
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$3,433 - $5,893
Avalon Brighton
139 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135
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$2,310 - $18,273
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$2,310 - $18,273
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$2,310 - $18,273
E3 Apartments
65 Brainerd RdAllston, MA 02134
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$2,674 - $6,661
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$2,674 - $6,661
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Overlook at St. Gabriels
175 Washington StBrighton, MA 02135
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$2,697 - $6,219
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Verra
50 Western AveBoston, MA 02134
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$3,073 - $9,711
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$3,073 - $9,711
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Continuum
219 Western AveAllston, MA 02134
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$2,600 - $3,800
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDexter Park
175 Freeman StBrookline, MA 02446
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$3,050 - $9,025
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$3,050 - $9,025
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The Viridian
1282 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,650 - $3,200
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$2,650 - $3,200
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280 Western
280 Western AveAllston, MA 02134
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$2,420 - $2,825
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$2,420 - $2,825
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Union 346
346 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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$4,300
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$4,300
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$4,300
26 Hichborn
26 Hichborn StBrighton, MA 02135
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$3,400 - $4,800
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$3,400 - $4,800
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$3,400 - $4,800
Ttoren Flats
42 North Beacon StAllston, MA 02134
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$2,386 - $4,885
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$2,386 - $4,885
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Radius
530 Western AveBrighton, MA 02135
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now101 Monmouth St Apartments
101 Monmouth StBrookline, MA 02446
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 | $2,601 | $1,700 | $6,408 |
| Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,015 | $950 | $6,312 |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,644 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,240 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,997 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,154 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,366 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Top Cambridge Apartments in the Harvard Square Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-28-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Harvard Square, MA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Union 346
Get up to 2 MONTHS FREE! Contact us to learn about our current offer and schedule a tour today! Terms and restrictions may apply.Expires 01-29-2026
525 LINC
One Month Free!Expires 01-29-2026
605 Concord at Fresh Pond
Now offering TWO MONTH'S FREE on 2-bedroom apartments. Heat and hot water included in the rent! Inquire with our leasing team today!Expires 01-29-2026
Verra
UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE BASE RENT! Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 01-29-2026
136 & 138 Highland Avenue
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for February 1st or earlier move ins. One month free for broker fee paid for April 1st move ins or earlier. Applies to select units, ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 01-29-2026
Forest Court
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for February 1st or earlier move ins. One month free for broker fee paid for April 1st move ins or earlier. Applies to select units, ask our leasing team for more details.Expires 01-29-2026
Market Central
Offering Up to 1 Month free on select apartment homes on all 12+ Month leases. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 01-29-2026
Third Square
Move In by 1/31 and receive up to 1/2 a month free on 12 month leases, 1 month free on longer terms. New residents only - transfers excluded [Offer good thru Jan 31, 2026]Expires 01-29-2026
Watermark Kendall West
Limited-Time Parking Special! Lease select floorplans, lease start by 2/7/26 - schedule your tour today. * restrictions apply & subject to change without noticeExpires 01-29-2026
Walden Park
$199 Security Deposit! [Offer good thru Jan 31, 2026]Expires 01-29-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Harvard Square, MA
Specials updated: 01-28-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Harvard Square, MA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Cambridge Ivy Inn
Everything Included, no fees!Expires 05-01-2031
81 Chestnut Hill Ave
2 garage spot included in the rent. (WORTH $200 DOLLARS each A MONTH) No last month up front. Pet negotiable.Expires 05-31-2026
26 Hichborn
Two Month Free For Select Units! Ask Us About Our Flexible Lease Terms!Expires 03-01-2026
The Brook Luxury Apartments of Cambridge
Ask Us About Our Free Parking! One Months Free For Select Units!Expires 03-01-2026
Ttoren Flats
Ask About Our Storage Concession! Ask Us About Our Winter Special. 2 MONTHS FREE! - Select Units Only Ask Us About Our Extended Lease Term Concessions!Expires 03-01-2026
The Jordan
For applicants with good credit, income and job historyExpires 01-31-2026
280 Western
Ask Us About Our Two Months Free Concession!Expires 03-01-2026
52 Clearway St
Now leasing for 6/1 or 9/1Expires 01-30-2026
Verge Residences
1 Month Free on Select UnitsExpires 02-01-2026
Third Square
Move In by 1/31 and receive up to 1/2 a month free on 12 month leases, 1 month free on longer terms. New residents only - transfers excluded [Offer good thru Jan 31, 2026]Expires 01-29-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Harvard Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Harvard Square?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Harvard Square is at 101 Monmouth St Apartments listed at $760.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Harvard Square Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Harvard Square is $4,044.
What is the largest Rent Specials Harvard Square Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Harvard Square is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $5,750 at 380 Highland Ave, Unit #381-2.
What is the average size for Harvard Square Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Harvard Square is currently at 1,010 sq ft.
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