
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (55 Rentals)
Apartments in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Urbane at Alewife

603 Concord

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Chroma

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Atmark Cambridge

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Tempo Cambridge

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One65 Main

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Watermark Kendall West

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The Residences of University Park

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Cambridge Park Apartments

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The Wyeth

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Watermark Kendall East

Auburn Court

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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Verra

525 LINC

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The Harlo

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Van Ness
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The Bon

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Overlook at St. Gabriel's

NOVA Brighton

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Bower

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Fenway Triangle

The Guild

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Prospect Union Square

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Radius

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Camelot Court

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30 Dalton

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1330 Boylston

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Blvd & Bond

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Residences at Brighton Marine

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Lantera at Boston Landing

881 Massachusetts Ave

Pacific Street Condos

139-151 Columbia St

78 Summer St
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Kelton Place Condominiums

16 Elmer St.

Alder at Allston Yards

Windsor at Maxwell's Green

Trolley Square

The Gateway

37-47 St Marys St

Hanover Alewife

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Windsor at Cambridge Park
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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 | $2,565 | $1,495 | $5,500 |
| Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,835 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,204 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,687 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,798 | $3,199 | $9,000 |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,762 | $4,700 | $9,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #5
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
How much are Studio apartments in Harvard Square?
There are currently 1,049 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,800 to $5,500 with an average price of $4,623.
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 $1,150 to $14,986 with an average monthly rent of $3,133.
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 $1,350 to $12,234. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,835.
How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,078 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $875 to $16,446 - averaging $4,204 for the location.
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