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50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,400 (16 Rentals)
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now5 Concord Ave
5 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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16 Chauncy St, Unit B
16 Chauncy StCambridge, MA 02138
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1642 Massachusetts Ave
1642 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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15 Prentiss St, Unit 3
15 Prentiss StCambridge, MA 02140
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowChapman Arms
4 University RdCambridge, MA 02138
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29 Ware St @ Harvard Yard
29 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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1610-1622 Massachusetts Ave
1610-1622 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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77 Trowbridge St
77 Trowbridge StCambridge, MA 02138
70 Park St
SomervilleMA02143
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154 Summer St
154 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
594 Somerville Ave
SomervilleMA02143
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32 Ivaloo St, Unit 8
32 Ivaloo StSomerville, MA 02143
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42 Ivaloo StSomerville, MA 02143
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639 Somerville Ave, Unit 1
639 Somerville AveSomerville, MA 02143
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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 | $2,653 | $2,200 | $3,600 |
| Harvard University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,754 | $1,600 | $3,795 |
| Harvard University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,564 | $2,400 | $5,295 |
| Harvard University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,417 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,522 | $3,700 | $9,081 |
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Cheapest Available Harvard University Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 5 Concord Ave | 1b1b | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA
As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harvard University area is the $0.60 price per square foot 332 Beacon St Model at 332 Beacon St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Harvard University apartment is the 5 Durham St Model at 5 Durham St, Unit 2 starting at $4,400 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harvard University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 332 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 332 Beacon St | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| 5 Durham St, Unit 2 | 5 Durham St | 4BR,1BA | $0.44 |
| 128 Oxford St, Unit #6 | 128 Oxford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.44 |
| 6 Belmont St, Unit 1 | 6 Belmont St | 6BR,2BA | $0.67 |
| 27 Forest St | 27 Forest St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 58 Atherton St, Unit 3 | 58 Atherton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 25 Magnolia Ave, Unit 3 | 25 Magnolia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 15 Atherton St, Unit #1 | 15 Atherton St | 3BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 21 Magnus Ave | 21 Magnus Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 83 Trowbridge St | 83 Trowbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harvard University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Harvard University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Harvard University is under $2,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harvard University?
The cheapest apartment in Harvard University is 5 Concord Ave which is listed at $2,700, while the average apartment in Harvard University costs $8,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Harvard University?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Harvard University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Harvard University?
Cheap apartments in Harvard University have an average cost of $391 which is $7,859 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Harvard University.
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