
5 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (258 Rentals)


45 Davenport St, Unit 1

177 Rindge Ave

171 Rindge Ave

30 Cambridge Ter

357 Cambridge St, Unit 2L

14 Market St, Unit 2##

183 River St

30 Clay St

183 River St, Unit 2
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158 Western Ave

276 Harvard St

8 Story St

17 Putnam Ave

17 Putnam Ave

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 5 bed/1 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit E

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit C
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Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home, Unit A

64 Elm St

107 Columbia St

68 Pleasant St

205 Brattle St

12 Seattle St

7 Stickney Ave

35 Long Ave

1404 Commonwealth Ave
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39 Adrian St, Unit 2

249 Cedar St

110 Academy Hill Rd, Unit 1

9 Medford

11 Flint St, Unit 1

12 Chester St

14 Jaques St

16 Alcott St, Unit 2

33 Long

40 Brainerd Rd
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91 Wallingford Rd, Unit 1

68 Winchester St, Unit 2

17 Imrie Rd

42 William St

34 Raymond St, Unit 3

21 Granite St

31 Wheatland St, Unit 1

48 Cameron Ave

8 Glenville Ave, Unit 5

26 Ashford St, Unit 2
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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 | $3,558 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,361 | $1,160 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,745 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,560 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,900 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,914 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 258 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.
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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 4681 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $25,830. There are also 4802 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $1,000 to $35,500.
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 $1,000 to $35,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,528.
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 $1,175 to $25,830, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,160 to $35,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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