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293 Sidney St
CambridgeMA02139
Homes for Rent by Owner in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (31 Rentals)
293 Sidney St
CambridgeMA02139
252 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
15 Trowbridge St, Unit #11
15 Trowbridge St
CambridgeMA02138
11 Story St, Unit #36
11 Story St
CambridgeMA02138
2 Emmons Pl, Unit 2A
2 Emmons Pl
CambridgeMA02138
329 Harvard St, Unit 10
329 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
52 Garden St, Unit GardenStreet
52 Garden St
CambridgeMA02138
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152 Raymond St
CambridgeMA02140
89 Thorndike St, Unit 3
89 Thorndike St
CambridgeMA02141
28 Foch St, Unit #2
28 Foch St
CambridgeMA02140
71 Putnam Ave, Unit #2
71 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
318 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
7 Standish St
CambridgeMA02138
30 Bay St
CambridgeMA02139
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3 Arlington St
CambridgeMA02140
275 Medford St, Unit 1
275 Medford St
SomervilleMA02143
98 Hudson St, Unit 1
98 Hudson St
SomervilleMA02144
21 Marion Rd, Unit 1
21 Marion Rd
BelmontMA02478
55 Thatcher St, Unit A
55 Thatcher St
BrooklineMA02446
316 Saint Paul St, Unit 4
316 Saint Paul St
BrooklineMA02446
1111 Boylston St, Unit 34
1111 Boylston St
BostonMA02215
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64 Charlesgate E, Unit 69
64 Charlesgate E
BostonMA02215
22 -24 Bayard St, Unit #1 (First Floor)
22 -24 Bayard St
BostonMA02134
14 Union St
BostonMA02135
165 Allston St, Unit 2
165 Allston St
BostonMA02134
9 Gardner Ter, Unit 3
9 Gardner Ter
BostonMA02134
32 Long Ave, Unit 1
32 Long Ave
BostonMA02134
123 Highland Ave
SomervilleMA02143
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191 Washington St
BostonMA02135
12 Stoneholm St
BostonMA02115
85 Brainerd Rd
BostonMA02134
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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 | $3,447 | $910 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,125 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,694 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,427 | $760 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,238 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,138 | $825 | $1,580 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 5612 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $16,816. There are also 3795 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $700 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 $700 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,578.
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 $950 to $16,816, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $15,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.
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