54 JFK St, Unit 3
54 JFK St
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Homes for Rent in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (4,203 Rentals)
25 JFK St, Unit 5
25 JFK St
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44 JFK St
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8 Story St
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14 Story St
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7 Story St, Unit 36
7 Story St
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11 Story St, Unit #36
11 Story St
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15 Story St
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17 Story St, Unit 3
17 Story St
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11 Story St, Unit 3
11 Story St
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80 JFK St, Unit #5
80 JFK St
CambridgeMA02138
5 Story St, Unit 8
5 Story St
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11 Story St, Unit 34
11 Story St
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975 Memorial Dr, Unit 501
975 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
64 Brattle St
CambridgeMA02138
8 Chapman Pl, Unit 3
8 Chapman Pl
CambridgeMA02138
8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
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8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
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8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
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40 Bow St
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988 Memorial Dr, Unit 186
988 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
1000 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
1000 Memorial Dr, Unit #2-f
1000 Memorial Dr
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19 Arrow St, Unit 5-9
19 Arrow St
CambridgeMA02138
1170 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2B##
1170 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
1 Arrow St, Unit #105
1 Arrow St
CambridgeMA02138
387 Harvard St, Unit 1A
387 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
2 Ware St, Unit 205
2 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
10 Remington St, Unit 309##
10 Remington St
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380 Harvard St, Unit 4-T
380 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
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1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 7
1570 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
199 Mount Auburn St, Unit 1
199 Mount Auburn St
CambridgeMA02138
381 Harvard St, Unit 1
381 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
17 Putnam Ave
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17 Putnam Ave, Unit 19-T
17 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
16 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1
1580 Massachusetts Ave
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370 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
35 Trowbridge St, Unit 5C
35 Trowbridge St
CambridgeMA02138
10 Trowbridge St, Unit 1
10 Trowbridge St
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42 Putnam Ave, Unit 17##
42 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
16 Chauncy St, Unit 18B
16 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
1600 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 6
1600 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
4 Trowbridge Pl, Unit 6A
4 Trowbridge Pl
CambridgeMA02138
45 Trowbridge St, Unit #64
45 Trowbridge St
CambridgeMA02138
4 Trowbridge Pl, Unit 8##
4 Trowbridge Pl
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9 Foster Pl, Unit 1
9 Foster Pl
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 21-44
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 14
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 33
21 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 | $3,479 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,145 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,875 | $825 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,705 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,398 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,544 | $825 | $8,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 5625 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $300 to $15,000. There are also 4203 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $800 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 $800 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,738.
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 $300 to $14,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $15,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $825 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,175.
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