Apartments for Rent by Owner in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (81 Rentals)

1293 Cambridge St, Unit 2b

950 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 419

1619 Massachusetts Ave, Unit B2

1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2C

1600 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 308
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22 Chestnut St, Unit 22

918 Cambridge St, Unit 1

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125 Brookline St, Unit 1
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918 Cambridge St, Unit 1

410 Norfolk St, Unit 3

720 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #5

26 Callender St, Unit #1

12 Magnolia Ave, Unit 3

859 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #2

39 Highland Ave, Unit #42

5 Trowbridge St, Unit #4A

857 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #2

338 Harvard St, Unit #6

1646 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #34

404 Putnam Ave, Unit #2

82 Hampshire St, Unit #3

37 Highland Ave, Unit #42

403 Putnam Ave, Unit #2

1697 Cambridge St, Unit #36
Central Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Central Square Studio Apartments | $2,945 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,211 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,813 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,535 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,070 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,574 | $995 | $8,800 |
Central Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,019 | $875 | $9,500 |
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Getting Around the Central Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
99 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
99 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
71 / 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 For rent By Owner Central Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Central Square?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Central Square is at 1293 Cambridge St, Unit 2b listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Central Square Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Central Square is $3,402.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Central Square Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Central Square is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at 65 Inman St, Unit #B1.
What is the average size for Central Square For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Central Square is currently at 1,026 sq ft.
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