
Condos for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (2,615 Rentals)


2592 Massachusetts Ave, Unit Cambridge Condo

69 Dana St

6 Worcester St, Unit 1

189 Concord Ave, Unit Concord Studio

57 Regent St, Unit 1R

284 Harvard St, Unit 404

5 Chester St, Unit 33

19 Arrow St

40 Linnaean St, Unit #11
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315 Elm St, Unit 3

181 Charles St, Unit 1

132 Cherry St, Unit 3

16 Chauncy St

276 Harvard St

27 Forest St

1210 Massachusetts Ave

5 Blake St, Unit 1

27 Forest St, Unit 1

8 Alberta Ter, Unit 1
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218 Banks St, Unit 7

9 Chauncy St, Unit 10

1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104

142 Berkshire St

10 Dana St, Unit 206

30 Frost St

70 5th St, Unit #1

148 5th St, Unit #6

78 Kirkland St, Unit 1

21 Chauncy St, Unit 44
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135 Columbia St, Unit 1L

21 Blake St

177 Rindge Ave

285 Harvard St, Unit 412

40 Gibson St

21 Chauncy St, Unit 31

27 Lambert St, Unit 1L

3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 2

17 Bay

69 Dana St, Unit 8
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14 Alberta Ter, Unit 6-4

369 Franklin St, Unit 1

19 Bay St

6 Alberta Ter, Unit 4

16 Ware St, Unit B

91 Hancock St, Unit 4

150 5th St, Unit #1

16 Ware St, Unit 1

3 Jefferson St, Unit 2

27 Forest St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Harvard Square?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $3,657 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $4,138 | $1,210 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $4,510 | $1,080 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $5,074 | $975 | $9,000 |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $3,143 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $2,160 | $1,025 | $8,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard Square, Cambridge, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 4196 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $17,396. There are also 4157 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $975 to $28,000.
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 $975 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,487.
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 $875 to $17,396, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,210 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,080 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.
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