Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA Under $500 (1 Rental)
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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harvard Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Harvard Square Studio Apartments | $2,623 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,197 | $1,155 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,764 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $450 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,777 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,610 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,144 | $800 | $10,000+ |
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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 883 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,600 to $14,595 with an average price of $2,623.
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 $1,155 to $29,690 with an average monthly rent of $3,197.
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 $1,425 to $29,956. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,764.
How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 3,223 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $450 to $15,000 - averaging $4,195 for the location.
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