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7 Newport Rd
7 Newport RdCambridge, MA 02140
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
1686 Massachusetts Ave
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$2,050 - $3,700
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Chapman Arms
4 University RdCambridge, MA 02138
1691 Cambridge St
CambridgeMA02138
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37 Wendell St
37 Wendell StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,400
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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1F
1576 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 3F
1576 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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41 Wendell St
41 Wendell StCambridge, 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
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132.5 Oxford St
132 Oxford StCambridge, MA 02140
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45 Calvin St, Unit 3
45 Calvin StSomerville, MA 02143
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95 Beacon St, Unit 2
95 Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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95A Beacon St
95A Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,100
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20 Monmouth St, Unit 1R
20 Monmouth StSomerville, MA 02143
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154 Summer St, Unit 1F
154 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
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131 Summer St, Unit 1R
131 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
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146 Summer St, Unit 8
146 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,150
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$2,150
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37 Central St, Unit 4
37 Central StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,200
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58 Atherton St, Unit 1F
58 Atherton StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,300
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53 Laurel St, Unit 5
53 Laurel StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,350
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2 Central St, Unit #4
2 Central StSomerville, MA 02143
2 Central St
SomervilleMA02143
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23 Harrison St, Unit 1
23 Harrison StSomerville, MA 02143
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Kent Street Apartments
32 Kent StSomerville, 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 | $2,667 | $1,900 | $3,600 |
| Harvard University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,868 | $1,650 | $3,982 |
| Harvard University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,602 | $2,400 | $6,085 |
| Harvard University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,984 | $1,600 | $6,000 |
| Harvard University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,469 | $990 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Harvard University Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Cambridge Ivy Inn | Room Lodging Style | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA
As of February 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harvard University area is the $0.22 price per square foot 58 Atherton St Model at 58 Atherton St, Unit 1F in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Harvard University apartment is the 139 Oxford St Model at 139 Oxford St, Unit 12 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 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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| 58 Atherton St, Unit 1F | 58 Atherton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 139 Oxford St, Unit 12 | 139 Oxford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 30 Hanson St, Unit #3 | 30 Hanson St | 3BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 27 Forest St, Unit 6 | 27 Forest St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 10 Ivaloo St, Unit D12 | 10 Ivaloo St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 152 Summer St, Unit 11T | 152 Summer St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 8 Gray St, Unit 1-3 | 8 Gray St | 1BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 83 Trowbridge St, Unit 1054-2F | 83 Trowbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 83 Trowbridge St, Unit 72 | 83 Trowbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 9 Gray Gdns E, Unit 3A | 9 Gray Gdns E | 1BR,1BA | $0.29 |
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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 $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Harvard University?
The cheapest apartment in Harvard University is Cambridge Ivy Inn which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Harvard University costs $8,849.
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