Cheap Homes for Rent in the Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $1,200 (31 Rentals)

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property at 69 Dana St

$1,750 - $2,300

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$1,750 - $2,300

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$1,750 - $2,300

Studio To 1 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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69 Dana St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 154 Summer St

$2,200 - $3,100

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$2,200 - $3,100

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$2,200 - $3,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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154 Summer St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 16 Chauncy St

$2,100 - $3,150

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$2,250

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$2,250

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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16 Chauncy St

CambridgeMA02138

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property at 152 Summer St

$2,300 - $4,250

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$2,300 - $4,250

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$2,300 - $4,250

1 To 4 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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152 Summer St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 286 Beacon St

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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286 Beacon St

SomervilleMA02143
property at 94 Beacon St

$2,450

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$2,450

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$2,450

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

94 Beacon St, Unit 35

94 Beacon St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 154 Summer St

$2,495

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$2,495

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$2,495

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

154 Summer St, Unit 1

154 Summer St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 27 Forest St

$2,500 - $3,600

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$2,500 - $3,600

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$2,500 - $3,600

1 To 3 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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27 Forest St

CambridgeMA02140

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property at 16 Chauncy St

$2,500 - $3,150

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$2,500 - $3,150

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$2,500 - $3,150

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16 Chauncy St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 284 Beacon St

$2,550

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$2,550

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$2,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 31

284 Beacon St, Unit 1

284 Beacon St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 41 Bowdoin St

$2,550 - $4,100

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$2,550

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$2,550

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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41 Bowdoin St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 9 Chauncy St

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

9 Chauncy St, Unit 10

9 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138
property at 16 Chauncy St

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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16 Chauncy St, Unit A

16 Chauncy St
CambridgeMA02138

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property at 21 Shepard St

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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21 Shepard St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 27 Forest St

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

27 Forest St, Unit 1

27 Forest St
CambridgeMA02140
property at 1570 Massachusetts Ave

$2,650

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$2,650

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$2,650

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1570 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 104

1570 Massachusetts Ave
CambridgeMA02138
property at 1619 Massachusetts Ave

$2,650

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$2,650

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$2,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1619 Massachusetts Ave

CambridgeMA02138
property at 94 Beacon St

$2,650

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$2,650

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$2,650

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

94 Beacon St, Unit 35

94 Beacon St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 30 Frost St

$2,700 - $3,500

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$2,700 - $3,500

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$2,700 - $3,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Sep 1

30 Frost St

CambridgeMA02140

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property at 3 Monmouth St

$2,700 - $3,100

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$2,700 - $3,100

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$2,700 - $3,100

1 To 2 Bedroom Townhomes for Rent

Available Aug 31

3 Monmouth St

SomervilleMA02143

Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harvard University Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5 Concord Ave1b1b1BR,1BA$2,700
Chapman Arms1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA

As of July 25, 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 128 Oxford St Model at 128 Oxford St, Unit #6 starting at $4,350 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
332 Beacon St, Unit 2332 Beacon St4BR,2BA$0.60
128 Oxford St, Unit #6128 Oxford St2BR,1BA$0.44
27 Forest St27 Forest St3BR,1BA$0.33
58 Atherton St, Unit 358 Atherton St1BR,1BA$0.33
131 Summer St, Unit #2131 Summer St2BR,1BA$0.31
6 Belmont St, Unit 16 Belmont St6BR,2BA$3.10
43 Park St, Unit 1843 Park St3BR,2BA$3.04
5 Magnus Ave, Unit 35 Magnus Ave3BR,1BA$2.92
21 Magnus Ave, Unit 121 Magnus Ave3BR,1BA$3.20
139 Oxford St139 Oxford St1BR,1BA$3.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard University

What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard University?

There are currently 281 Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $13,133. There are also 162 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard University ranging from $1,225 to $19,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Harvard University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harvard University ranges from $1,225 to $19,750 with an average monthly rent of $5,590.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Harvard University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harvard University range from $3,200 to $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $19,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,225 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,900.

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