159 Concord Ave, Unit 4B, Unit 4B
159 Concord Ave
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Homes for Rent in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (6,390 Rentals)
54 JFK St, Unit 3, Unit 3
54 JFK St
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25 JFK St, Unit 5, Unit 5
25 JFK St
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44 JFK St
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15 Story St
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11 Story St, Unit 3, Unit 3
11 Story St
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17 Story St, Unit 3, Unit 3
17 Story St
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80 JFK St, Unit #5, Unit #5
80 JFK St
CambridgeMA02138
11 Story St, Unit 34, Unit 34
11 Story St
CambridgeMA02138
7 Story St, Unit 1, Unit 1
7 Story St
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11 Story St, Unit 2, Unit 2
11 Story St
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975 Memorial Dr, Unit 501, Unit 501
975 Memorial Dr
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64 Brattle St
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8 Chapman Pl, Unit 3, Unit 3
8 Chapman Pl
CambridgeMA02138
8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
CambridgeMA02138
8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
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8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
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40 Bow St
CambridgeMA02138
993 Memorial Dr, Unit 203, Unit 203
993 Memorial Dr
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1000 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
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1000 Memorial Dr, Unit #2-f, Unit #2-f
1000 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
1210 Massachusetts Ave
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1170 Massachusetts Ave, Unit L2, Unit L2
1170 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
1 Arrow St, Unit #105, Unit #105
1 Arrow St
CambridgeMA02138
1137 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 106, Unit 106
1137 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
2 Ware St, Unit 111, Unit 111
2 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
10 Remington St, Unit 309##, Unit 309##
10 Remington St
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380 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3
1570 Massachusetts Ave
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381 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
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17 Putnam Ave
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17 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
16 Ware St, Unit 103##, Unit 103##
16 Ware St
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1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
1580 Massachusetts Ave
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33 Putnam Ave, Unit 33, Unit 33
33 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
1716 Cambridge St, Unit 35, Unit 35
1716 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
16 Chauncy St, Unit F, Unit F
16 Chauncy St
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35 Trowbridge St, Unit 5C, Unit 5C
35 Trowbridge St
CambridgeMA02138
10 Trowbridge St, Unit 1, Unit 1
10 Trowbridge St
CambridgeMA02138
42 Putnam Ave, Unit 17A, Unit 17A
42 Putnam Ave
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16 Chauncy St, Unit 18B, Unit 18B
16 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
45 Trowbridge St, Unit #64, Unit #64
45 Trowbridge St
CambridgeMA02138
4 Trowbridge Pl, Unit 3B##, Unit 3B##
4 Trowbridge Pl
CambridgeMA02138
362 Harvard St, Unit 5, Unit 5
362 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
4 Trowbridge Pl, Unit 6A, Unit 6A
4 Trowbridge Pl
CambridgeMA02138
9 Foster Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1
9 Foster Pl
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 31, Unit 31
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 21-44, Unit 21-44
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
4 Chauncy St, Unit 1, Unit 1
4 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide
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 | $3,582 | $1,330 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,254 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,056 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,836 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,841 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,181 | $925 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 6121 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $20,038. There are also 6390 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $675 to $38,000.
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 $675 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,048.
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 $1,477 to $20,038, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,060 to $15,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,295.
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