
Apartments for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (387 Rentals)


8-12 Wendell St

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Chapman Arms

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Forest Court

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

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5 Concord Ave

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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 2F

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17 Story St

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132 1/2 Oxford St

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7 Story St, Unit 1DW
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79 Martin St, Unit #34

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12 Magnolia Ave, Unit #1

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8 Adams Ter, Unit 2

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12 Shepard St, Unit A

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20 Forest St

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5 Story St

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1588 Cambridge St, Unit 4

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6 Forest St, Unit 3

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67 Dana St, Unit 5

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3 Hammond St, Unit 3
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20 Marie Ave, Unit 2

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59 Church St, Unit 201

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7 Story St, Unit 2

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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1F

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5 Wendell St, Unit 2

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7 Concord Ave, Unit 704

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10 Marie Ave, Unit 2

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27 Forest St

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1 Gray St

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11 Eustis St, Unit 3
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8A Forest St

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3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 1

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7 Eustis St, Unit 1R

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9 Story St, Unit 32

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128 Oxford St, Unit #6

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8 Adams Ter, Unit 2

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27 Forest St, Unit 6

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15 Forest St

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12 Chauncy St, Unit #24 - 8

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14 Chauncy St
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61 Museum St, Unit 1

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20 Wendell St

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15 Forest St

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7 Story St, Unit B

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1575 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 47

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116 Mount Auburn St, Unit 32

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22 Forest St, Unit 1

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10 Shepard St, Unit 3

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1 Langdon St, Unit 24

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7 Forest St, Unit B2
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Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Harvard University?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Studio Apartments | $2,526 | $2,100 | $3,600 |
| Harvard University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,626 | $1,650 | $3,795 |
| Harvard University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,453 | $2,550 | $6,085 |
| Harvard University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,098 | $2,800 | $6,500 |
| Harvard University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,454 | $3,700 | $7,395 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Harvard University?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,378 | $2,750 | $4,995 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $5,496 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $7,515 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard University, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #19
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Cambridge, Massachusetts. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard University
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Harvard University area of Cambridge, MA?
As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 387 available Harvard University apartments priced from $1,650 to $9,200, with an average monthly rent of $3,557.
How much are Studio apartments in Harvard University?
There are currently 83 Studio Apartments in Harvard University with rent ranges from $2,100 to $3,600 with an average price of $2,526.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Harvard University Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Harvard University ranges from $1,650 to $3,795 with an average monthly rent of $2,626.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Harvard University cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Harvard University range from $2,550 to $6,085. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,453.
How expensive are Harvard University Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 57 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard University on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,800 to $6,500 - averaging $4,098 for the location.
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