Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,400 (80 Rentals)

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132.5 Oxford St
2 Bedroom Apartments

132.5 Oxford St

132 Oxford StCambridge, MA 02140
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Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harvard University Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cambridge Ivy InnStudio1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harvard University area is the $0.20 price per square foot 15 Prentiss St Model at 15 Prentiss St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Harvard University apartment is the 639 Somerville Ave Model at 639 Somerville Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
15 Prentiss St, Unit 315 Prentiss StStudio ,1BA$0.20
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 3639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
8A Forest St, Unit 2L8A Forest StStudio ,1BA$0.26
83 Trowbridge St, Unit 1183 Trowbridge St1BR,1BA$0.26
14 Stanford Ter, Unit #114 Stanford Ter2BR,1BA$0.26
27 Forest St, Unit 627 Forest St2BR,1BA$0.28
1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1R1576 Cambridge St1BR,1BA$0.28
27 Hammond St, Unit 127 Hammond St1BR,1BA$0.28
27 Forest St, Unit 627 Forest St2BR,1BA$0.28
187 Beacon St, Unit 3187 Beacon St2BR,1BA$0.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #13

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Harvard University Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

100 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

73 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harvard University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harvard University?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harvard University is at CHR Cambridge - Harvard Square Communities listed at $2,595.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harvard University Apartment is $2,000 at Cambridge Ivy Inn.

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