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$3,570
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Studio Apartments Available Feb 22, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,210
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88 Ames St
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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$4,145
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,730
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18 Forest St
18 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$4,245
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,830
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$415
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$4,245
7 Cameron Ave
7 Cameron AveCambridge, MA 02140
175 River St
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19 Putnam Ave
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94 Spring St
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155 Prospect St
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256 Hurley St
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175 River St
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19 Putnam Ave
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19 Putnam Ave
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2 Sherman St
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155 Prospect St
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256 Hurley St
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155 Prospect St
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166 Auburn St
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83 Winter St
CambridgeMA02141
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2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home
2 Sherman St
CambridgeMA02138
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home
94 Spring St
CambridgeMA02141
Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home
94 Spring St
CambridgeMA02141
175 River St
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6 7th St
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258 Prospect St
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17 Berkshire St
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19 Putnam Ave
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175 River St
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175 River St
CambridgeMA02139
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6 7th St
CambridgeMA02141
155 Prospect St
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14 Union St
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$3,450
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 15Total Monthly Price
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$3,090
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1350 Boylston St
1350 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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$4,330
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 11, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,890
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45 Carlton St
45 Carlton StBrookline, MA 02446
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$3,560
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
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$3,120
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$3,560
346 Somerville Ave
346 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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$4,455
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$4,080
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$4,455
365 Western Ave
365 Western AveBoston, MA 02135
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$2,330
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
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$1,970
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$360
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$2,330
154 Broadway
154 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,765
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 22Total Monthly Price
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$2,410
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$355
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$2,765
123 Highland Ave
123 Highland AveSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,835
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 22Total Monthly Price
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$2,460
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$375
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$2,835
270 Babcock St
270 Babcock StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,725
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 16Total Monthly Price
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$2,350
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$375
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$2,725
775 Beacon St
775 Beacon StBoston, MA 02215
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$2,215
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$1,860
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$355
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$2,215
161 Washington St
161 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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$2,425
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 19Total Monthly Price
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$2,010
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$415
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$2,425
8 Elko St
8 Elko StBoston, MA 02135
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$2,850
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 21Total Monthly Price
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$2,410
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$440
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$2,850
161 Washington St
161 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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$3,445
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$3,070
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$375
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270 Babcock St
270 Babcock StBoston, MA 02215
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 | $3,402 | $910 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,126 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,690 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,414 | $760 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,222 | $710 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,138 | $825 | $1,580 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 5580 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $16,816. There are also 4184 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $710 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 $710 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,571.
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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