281 Brookline St, Unit #1
281 Brookline St
CambridgeMA02139
Luxury Homes for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (2,139 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.
69 Dana St
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276 Harvard St
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16 Chauncy St
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27 Forest St, Unit 1
27 Forest St
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1210 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
218 Banks St, Unit 7
218 Banks St
CambridgeMA02138
1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104
1570 Massachusetts Ave
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30 Frost St
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5 Craigie Cir, Unit 6
5 Craigie Cir
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70 5th St, Unit #1
70 5th St
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21 Chauncy St, Unit 44
21 Chauncy St
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19 Bay St
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177 Rindge Ave
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863 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 311
863 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
29 Wheeler St, Unit 1
29 Wheeler St
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40 Gibson St
CambridgeMA02138
21 Chauncy St, Unit 31
21 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 2
3 Gray Gdns W
CambridgeMA02138
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369 Franklin St, Unit 1
369 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
69 Dana St, Unit 8
69 Dana St
CambridgeMA02138
91 Hancock St, Unit 4
91 Hancock St
CambridgeMA02139
16 Ware St, Unit 1
16 Ware St
CambridgeMA02138
22 Concord Ave, Unit 2
22 Concord Ave
CambridgeMA02138
132 Sherman St, Unit 12
132 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02140
536 Cambridge St, Unit 3
536 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02141
27 Forest St
CambridgeMA02140
122 Berkshire St, Unit 3B
122 Berkshire St
CambridgeMA02141
333 Harvard St, Unit #9
333 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
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11 Forest St, Unit 22
11 Forest St
CambridgeMA02140
54 JFK St, Unit 3
54 JFK St
CambridgeMA02138
325 Harvard St, Unit 4
325 Harvard St
CambridgeMA02139
8 Worthington St, Unit 2
8 Worthington St
CambridgeMA02138
306 Prospect St, Unit #3
306 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
17 Story St, Unit 3
17 Story St
CambridgeMA02138
1 Gray St, Unit 3
1 Gray St
CambridgeMA02138
25 JFK St, Unit 5
25 JFK St
CambridgeMA02138
333 Harvard St, Unit 4A
333 Harvard St
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434 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
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20 Ellery St, Unit 103
20 Ellery St
CambridgeMA02138
8 Chapman Pl, Unit 3
8 Chapman Pl
CambridgeMA02138
40 Gibson St
CambridgeMA02138
931 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 801
931 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02139
353 Prospect St, Unit 3
353 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
23 Gray St, Unit 4
23 Gray St
CambridgeMA02138
13 Pleasant St, Unit 2
13 Pleasant St
CambridgeMA02139
51 Rindge Ave, Unit 2L
51 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
6 White Street Pl, Unit R
6 White Street Pl
CambridgeMA02140
357 Prospect St, Unit 03
357 Prospect St
CambridgeMA02139
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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 | $3,477 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,328 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,631 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,397 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,513 | $980 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,436 | $1,030 | $4,800 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 3581 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $19,888. There are also 2643 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $850 to $60,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harvard Square ranges from $850 to $60,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,563.
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 $1,100 to $19,888, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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