17 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
Homes for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA with Granite Countertops (247 Rentals)
5 Chester St, Unit 33
5 Chester St
CambridgeMA02140
21 Blake St
CambridgeMA02140
177 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
863 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 311
863 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
14 Magnolia Ave, Unit 2
14 Magnolia Ave
CambridgeMA02138
353 Prospect St, Unit 3
353 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
51 Rindge Ave, Unit 2L
51 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
6 White Street Pl, Unit R
6 White Street Pl
CambridgeMA02140
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173 Rindge Ave, Unit 2L
173 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
11 Gray St, Unit 5
11 Gray St
CambridgeMA02138
200 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
1643 Cambridge St, Unit 77
1643 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
357 Prospect St, Unit 3
357 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
325 Franklin St, Unit 408
325 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
365 Columbia St, Unit 2
365 Columbia St
CambridgeMA02141
173 Rindge Ave, Unit 1R
173 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
159 5th St, Unit .5
159 5th St
CambridgeMA02141
375 Prospect St, Unit 2
375 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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115 Pleasant St, Unit B
115 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
10 Pleasant St, Unit 3
10 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
339 Allston St, Unit 1
339 Allston St
CambridgeMA02139
42 Putnam Ave, Unit 17A
42 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
14 Market St, Unit 2##
14 Market St
CambridgeMA02139
315 Windsor St
CambridgeMA02141
550 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
17 Putnam Ave, Unit 1
17 Putnam Ave
CambridgeMA02139
201 Norfolk St, Unit 1
201 Norfolk St
CambridgeMA02139
3 Howland St
CambridgeMA02138
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77 New St, Unit 117
77 New St
CambridgeMA02138
77 New St, Unit 205
77 New St
CambridgeMA02138
603 Concord Ave, Unit 212
603 Concord Ave
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603 Concord Ave, Unit 412
603 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
281 Brookline St, Unit 1
281 Brookline St
CambridgeMA02139
605 Concord Ave, Unit 407
605 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
7 Cameron Ave, Unit 210
7 Cameron Ave
CambridgeMA02140
87 New St, Unit 204
87 New St
CambridgeMA02138
345 Franklin St, Unit 505
345 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
77 New St, Unit 322
77 New St
CambridgeMA02138
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254 Windsor St, Unit 2R
254 Windsor St
CambridgeMA02139
250 Kendall St, Unit 1406
250 Kendall St
CambridgeMA02142
36 Montgomery St, Unit A
36 Montgomery St
CambridgeMA02140
24 Hews St, Unit 1
24 Hews St
CambridgeMA02139
23 Jay St, Unit D
23 Jay St
CambridgeMA02139
169 Western Ave
CambridgeMA02139
376 Medford St, Unit 1
376 Medford St
SomervilleMA02145
120 Brainerd Rd, Unit 18
120 Brainerd Rd
AllstonMA02134
39 Cross St, Unit 1
39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
41 Cross St, Unit A
41 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
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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 | $3,512 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,367 | $1,230 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,880 | $1,080 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,575 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,075 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,826 | $1,060 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 4022 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $20,818. There are also 4053 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $1,060 to $19,750.
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 $1,060 to $19,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,570.
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 $12,934, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,230 to $19,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,080 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.
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