26 Garden St
CambridgeMA02138
Homes for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (4,313 Rentals)
54 JFK St, Unit 3
54 JFK St
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25 JFK St, Unit 5
25 JFK St
CambridgeMA02138
17 Story St, Unit 3
17 Story St
CambridgeMA02138
8 Chapman Pl, Unit 3
8 Chapman Pl
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8 Chapman Pl, Unit 2
8 Chapman Pl
CambridgeMA02138
40 Bow St
CambridgeMA02138
1000 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
1000 Memorial Dr, Unit #2-f
1000 Memorial Dr
CambridgeMA02138
1210 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
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19 Arrow St
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31 Athens St
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7 Banks St
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382 Harvard St, Unit 382
382 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02138
1105 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 9G
1105 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
10 Remington St, Unit 309##
10 Remington St
CambridgeMA02138
1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104
1570 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
17 Putnam Ave, Unit 1
17 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
17 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
16 Ware St, Unit 1
16 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
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1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 7C
1580 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
42 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
42 Putnam Ave, Unit 17A
42 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
16 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
14 Chauncy St, Unit 42
14 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
22 Concord Ave, Unit 2
22 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
9 Foster Pl, Unit 1
9 Foster Pl
CambridgeMA02138
9 Foster Pl, Unit 3
9 Foster Pl
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 44
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 31
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
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20 Ellery St, Unit 103
20 Ellery St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Sparks St
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202 Banks St
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218 Banks St, Unit 7
218 Banks St
CambridgeMA02138
15 Langdon St
CambridgeMA02138
23 Elmer St, Unit 1
23 Elmer St
CambridgeMA02138
19 Bay St
CambridgeMA02139
1643 Cambridge St, Unit 77
1643 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
22 Centre St, Unit 3
22 Centre St
CambridgeMA02139
40 Gibson St
CambridgeMA02138
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40 Gibson St
CambridgeMA02138
164 Putnam Ave, Unit 168
164 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
950 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 506
950 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit #9
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
931 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 801
931 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
69 Dana St
CambridgeMA02138
5 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 23
5 Ellsworth Ave
CambridgeMA02139
3 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 41
3 Ellsworth Ave
CambridgeMA02139
69 Dana St, Unit 8
69 Dana St
CambridgeMA02138
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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 | $3,435 | $2,100 | $8,500 |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,291 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,013 | $1,130 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,781 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,391 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,437 | $1,110 | $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 3725 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $27,790. There are also 4320 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $900 to $17,500.
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 $900 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,492.
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 $1,300 to $20,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $17,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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