
Apartments for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (308 Rentals)


8-12 Wendell St

Chapman Arms

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Forest Court

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Cambridge Ivy Inn

5 Concord Ave

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59 Church St, Unit 201

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3 Howland St, Unit 1

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65 Wendell St, Unit wen

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8 Adams Ter, Unit 2
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132 1/2 Oxford St, Unit 12

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12 Shepard St, Unit A

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89 Trowbridge St, Unit 1

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12 Shepard St, Unit A

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12 Shepard St, Unit #A

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16 Chauncy St, Unit B

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49 Irving St, Unit 3

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72 Kirkland St, Unit 1

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6 Forest St, Unit 3

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5 Story St
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1588 Cambridge St, Unit 4

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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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11 Eustis St, Unit 9 Eustis Street

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7 Story St, Unit 2

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1717 Cambridge St, Unit #35

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27 Chauncy St, Unit #19

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11 Story St, Unit 11 Story Street

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7 Concord Ave, Unit 704
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114 Mount Auburn St

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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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7 Story St, Unit 14

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11 Eustis St, Unit 3

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3 Gray Gdns W, Unit 1

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83 Trowbridge St

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8A Forest St

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9 Story St, Unit 32
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7 Eustis St, Unit 1R

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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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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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70 Kirkland St, Unit 5

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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 | $2,459 | $2,075 | $3,600 |
| Harvard University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $1,650 | $3,600 |
| Harvard University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,523 | $2,900 | $4,670 |
| Harvard University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,401 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,740 | $3,900 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHarvard University, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #21
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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, July 28, 2026, there are currently 308 available Harvard University apartments priced from $1,650 to $13,133, with an average monthly rent of $3,569.
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 $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,672.
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 $2,900 to $4,670. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,523.
How expensive are Harvard University Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 60 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard University on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,200 to $12,350 - averaging $4,401 for the location.
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