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50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $900 (26 Rentals)
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1648 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 54, Unit 54
1648 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02138
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89 Trowbridge St, Unit 1, Unit 1
89 Trowbridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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48 Kirkland St, Unit #7
48 Kirkland StCambridge, MA 02138
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowChapman Arms
4 University RdCambridge, MA 02138
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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A, Unit 12A
1699 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02138
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41 Wendell St, Unit 24, Unit 24
41 Wendell StCambridge, MA 02138
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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F
1576 Cambridge 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 1, Unit 1
45 Calvin StSomerville, MA 02143
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95A Beacon St
95A Beacon StSomerville, MA 02143
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20 Monmouth St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R
20 Monmouth StSomerville, MA 02143
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131 Summer St, Unit 1R, Unit 1R
131 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
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37 Central St, Unit 4, Unit 4
37 Central StSomerville, MA 02143
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154 Summer St
154 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
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10 Ivaloo St
10 Ivaloo StSomerville, MA 02143
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152 Summer St
152 Summer StSomerville, MA 02143
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58 Atherton St, Unit 1F, Unit 1F
58 Atherton StSomerville, MA 02143
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58 Atherton St, Unit 1R
58 Atherton StSomerville, MA 02143
58 Atherton St
SomervilleMA02143
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53 Laurel St, Unit 5, Unit 5
53 Laurel StSomerville, MA 02143
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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 | $2,627 | $1,900 | $3,600 |
| Harvard University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,893 | $1,650 | $4,525 |
| Harvard University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,748 | $2,700 | $6,000 |
| Harvard University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,429 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| Harvard University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,931 | $3,945 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harvard University area is the $0.32 price per square foot 1610 Massachusetts Ave Model at 1610 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,200. 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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| 1610 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 1 | 1610 Massachusetts Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 139 Oxford St, Unit 12 | 139 Oxford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 27 Forest St, Unit #1 | 27 Forest St | 3BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 61 Dana St, Unit #3-9 | 61 Dana St | 1BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 8 Story St, Unit #13 - 8 | 8 Story St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 6 Story St, Unit #13-7 | 6 Story St | 2BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 30 Hanson St, Unit #3 | 30 Hanson St | 3BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 13 Story St, Unit 5 | 13 Story St | 2BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 83 Trowbridge St, Unit 1054-2F | 83 Trowbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 1648 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 54 | 1648 Massachusetts Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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