
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (1,219 Rentals)


27 Forest St, Unit 1

8 Dudley St

122 Berkshire St, Unit 3B

9 Fulkerson St, Unit 1

5 Wood St

8 Dudley St, Unit 1

27 Forest St

60 Walden St

435 Cambridge St, Unit 5
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60 Walden St

9 Upland Rd, Unit B

6 White Street Pl, Unit R

291 Elm St

27 Forest St, Unit 1

277 Harvard St, Unit 11

16 Upland Rd

38 Jefferson St

38 Jefferson St

27 Forest St
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5 Wood St

196 Sherman St

118 Berkshire St, Unit #5

52 Garden St, Unit C2

27 Lambert St, Unit 3R

6 White Street Pl, Unit 1

67 Washburn Ave, Unit 2

25 Speridakis Ter

161 Otis St

89 Spring St
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89 Spring St, Unit 3

171 Rindge Ave

22 Sunset Rd

17 Centre St

159 Concord Ave, Unit 4B

216 Columbia St

368 Broadway

23 Elmer St, Unit 1

344 Putnam Ave, Unit 1

10 Trowbridge St, Unit 1
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274 Brookline St, Unit 2L

15 Centre St

62 Pleasant St

223 Prospect St, Unit 3

177 Rindge Ave

147 Columbia St, Unit 3l

152 Columbia St, Unit 2L

24 Speridakis Ter, Unit 3##

13 Pleasant St, Unit 1

9 Roberts Rd, Unit 1
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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 | $3,582 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,286 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,863 | $860 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,918 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,812 | $830 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,838 | $960 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 1219 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 6228 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $975 to $21,585. There are also 5567 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 $7,915.
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 $1,350 to $21,585, 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 $860 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $990.
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