
Homes for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (4,525 Rentals)


120 Larch Rd

54 JFK St, Unit 3

25 JFK St, Unit 5

8 Story St

17 Story St, Unit 3

11 Story St, Unit 34

8 Chapman Pl, Unit 3

8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2

40 Bow St
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1000 Memorial Dr

1000 Memorial Dr

1000 Memorial Dr, Unit #2-f

1210 Massachusetts Ave

19 Arrow St

31 Athens St

50 Follen St, Unit 415

382 Harvard St, Unit 382

10 Remington St, Unit 309##

1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104
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17 Putnam Ave

16 Ware St, Unit 1

16 Ware St, Unit B

1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 7C

370 Harvard St

1716 Cambridge St, Unit #35

42 Putnam Ave, Unit 17A

16 Chauncy St

45 Trowbridge St, Unit 4C

9 Foster Pl, Unit 1
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9 Foster Pl, Unit 3

21 Chauncy St

21 Chauncy St, Unit 44

21 Chauncy St, Unit 31

9 Chauncy St, Unit 10

20 Ellery St, Unit 103

29 Concord Ave, Unit 312

200 Banks St, Unit 1

9 Ashton Pl

9 Ashton Pl
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9 Ashton Pl

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202 Banks St

218 Banks St, Unit 7

15 Langdon St

23 Elmer St, Unit 1

550 Franklin St

550 Franklin St

17 Bay

17 Bay
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Harvard Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,607 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,314 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,735 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,678 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,870 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,311 | $1,130 | $9,300 |
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There are currently 4525 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 4625 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $17,396. There are also 4525 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $1,000 to $28,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Harvard Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harvard Square ranges from $1,000 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,847.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Harvard Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harvard Square range from $1,000 to $17,396, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $19,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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