310 Prospect St, Unit 3
310 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
Homes for Rent by Owner in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (25 Rentals)
184 Green St, Unit 1
184 Green St
CambridgeMA02139
189 Concord Ave, Unit Concord Studio
189 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
8 Worthington St, Unit 2
8 Worthington St
CambridgeMA02138
24 Bay State Rd, Unit 9
24 Bay State Rd
CambridgeMA02138
156 Hampshire St
CambridgeMA02139
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18 Rush St
SomervilleMA02145
11 Governor Winthrop Rd, Unit Assemby row
11 Governor Winthrop Rd
SomervilleMA02145
3 Snow Ter
SomervilleMA02145
136 Broadway, Unit 3
136 Broadway
SomervilleMA02145
5 Belmont Sq, Unit 5 Belmont SQ, 2
5 Belmont Sq
SomervilleMA02143
82 Munroe St, Unit #9
82 Munroe St
SomervilleMA02143
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134 Heath St, Unit 134 Heath Street #2
134 Heath St
SomervilleMA02145
65 Newton St
SomervilleMA02143
65 Newton St., 2
65 Newton St., Unit 2
SomervilleMA02143
26 Commonwealth Ter, Unit 3
26 Commonwealth Ter
BostonMA02135
7 Commonwealth Ct, Unit 5
7 Commonwealth Ct
BostonMA02135
21 Aberdeen St, Unit 5
21 Aberdeen St
BostonMA02215
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8 Commonwealth Ct, Unit 2
8 Commonwealth Ct
BostonMA02135
62 Hano St
BostonMA02134
15 N Beacon, Unit 228
15 N Beacon
BostonMA02134
12 Bellvista Rd, Unit Bellvista
12 Bellvista Rd
BostonMA02135
22 -24 Bayard St, Unit #24 (First Floor)
22 -24 Bayard St
BostonMA02134
59 Brainerd Rd, Unit 503
59 Brainerd Rd
BostonMA02134
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566 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 606
566 Commonwealth Ave
BostonMA02215
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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 | $3,441 | $1,425 | $5,800 |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,339 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,823 | $1,130 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,396 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,949 | $980 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,487 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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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.
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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 $3,788.
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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