Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA Under $1,500 (47 Rentals)

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17 Putnam Ave, Unit room
$1,199
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6 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

17 Putnam Ave, Unit room

17 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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175 River St, Unit 2
$1,299
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$1,299
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$1,299
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

175 River St, Unit 2

175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A
$1,100
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$1,100
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$1,100
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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A

1699 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

179 Prospect St

179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

279 Harvard St

279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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Finch Cambridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Finch Cambridge

671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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6 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 1
$1,350
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$1,350
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$1,350
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

6 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 1

6 Radcliffe RdBoston, MA 02134
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16 Highgate St, Unit 203
$1,495
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$1,495
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$1,495
5 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

16 Highgate St, Unit 203

16 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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923 Beacon St, Unit 2
$1,399
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$1,399
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$1,399
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

923 Beacon St, Unit 2

923 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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7 Linden St, Unit room
$950
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$950
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$950
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7 Linden St, Unit room

7 Linden StBoston, MA 02134
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29 Derby St, Unit 3
$950
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$950
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29 Derby St, Unit 3

29 Derby StSomerville, MA 02145
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING
$100
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$100
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$100
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

75 Allston St, Unit PARKING

75 Allston StBoston, MA 02134

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16 Nashua St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

16 Nashua St

16 Nashua StSomerville, MA 02145
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80 Gardner St
1 Bedroom Apartments

80 Gardner St

80 Gardner StAllston, MA 02134
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Kent Street Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kent Street Apartments

32 Kent StSomerville, MA 02143
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Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Hamilton Union
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Union

435-441 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #23

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

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Getting Around the Harvard Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

80 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square

How much are Studio apartments in Harvard Square?

There are currently 1,107 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,100 to $6,010 with an average price of $2,656.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Harvard Square ranges from $800 to $6,312 with an average monthly rent of $3,014.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Harvard Square cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Harvard Square range from $1,900 to $9,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,617.

How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 1,216 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $950 to $16,816 - averaging $4,197 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!