
Condos for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (1,920 Rentals)


184 Green St, Unit 1

69 Dana St

401 Broadway

189 Concord Ave, Unit Concord Studio

57 Regent St, Unit 1R

5 Chester St, Unit 33

5 Centre St, Unit 11

100 River St

36 Highland Ave, Unit D
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6 Ellsworth Ave

19 Arrow St

5 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 23

276 Harvard St

16 Chauncy St

27 Forest St, Unit 1

218 Banks St, Unit 7

2 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 32

3 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 41

1210 Massachusetts Ave
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1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104

70 5th St, Unit #1

21 Chauncy St, Unit 44

19 Bay St

135 Columbia St, Unit 1L

177 Rindge Ave

40 Gibson St

21 Chauncy St, Unit 31

29 Wheeler St, Unit 1

3 Jefferson St, Unit 2
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3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 2

27 Lambert St, Unit 1L

6 Alberta Ter, Unit 4

369 Franklin St, Unit 1

69 Dana St, Unit 8

14 Chauncy St, Unit 42

290 Prospect St, Unit 1

91 Hancock St, Unit 4

16 Ware St, Unit 1

150 5th St, Unit 1
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22 Concord Ave, Unit 2

1204 Cambridge St, Unit 1

333 Harvard St, Unit #9

11 Forest St, Unit 22

54 JFK St, Unit 3

325 Harvard St, Unit 4

8 Worthington St, Unit 2

306 Prospect St, Unit #3

17 Story St, Unit 3

1 Gray St, Unit 3
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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 Condos for Rent | $3,445 | $1,425 | $5,800 |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $4,266 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $4,739 | $1,130 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $5,057 | $1,175 | $9,000 |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $4,253 | $980 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Condos for Rent | $2,086 | $1,060 | $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 3726 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $27,790. There are also 3222 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $900 to $60,000.
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 $900 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,680.
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 $1,280 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,130 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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