
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (325 Rentals)
Apartments in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Ten Essex

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Urbane at Alewife

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Tempo Cambridge

Park87 Apartments

603 Concord

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Cambridge Park Apartments

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929 Mass

Chroma

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Atmark Cambridge
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Lofts at Kendall Square

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Watermark Kendall West

Parkside Place

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Third Square

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The Wyeth

Kendall Crossing Apartments

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One65 Main

808-812 Memorial Drive II

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The Laurent

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The Brook Luxury Apartments of Cambridge
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Market Central

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Proto Kendall Square

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Fuse

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Church Corner

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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100 Memorial Drive

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Walden Park

784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments

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Watermark Kendall East

Central Square LLC( Residential)
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Park77 Apartments

7 Cameron Apartments

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Windsor at Cambridge Park

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Vox on Two
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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 | $2,634 | $1,200 | $5,650 |
| Harvard Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $950 | $8,125 |
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,638 | $1,900 | $9,995 |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,099 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,728 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,872 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,194 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #23
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in 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 1,094 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,750 to $5,650 with an average price of $5,793.
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 $950 to $8,125 with an average monthly rent of $3,028.
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 $3,638.
How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 1,224 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,200 to $16,523 - averaging $4,099 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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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