
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (1,722 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Central Square area of Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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Kendall Crossing Apartments

929 Mass

808-812 Memorial Drive II

Market Central

Magazine Street Apartments

434 - 440 Massachusetts Ave.
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Clinton & Prospect Apartments

100 Memorial Drive

Auburn Court

Pacific Street Apartments

784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments

The University

The Cantabrigia

Central Square LLC( Residential)

Proto Kendall Square

Chapman Arms

55 Magazine St, Unit 64

15 Marney St, Unit FL3-ID454

334 Harvard Street

884-888 Massachusetts Ave

Brattle Arms Apartments

125 Brookline St, Unit 1

54 Portsmouth St, Unit 2

259 Windsor St, Unit 3L

31 Portsmouth St, Unit 1L

12 Marney St, Unit 2

56 JFK St, Unit 3

64 Plymouth St, Unit 11

413 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #1

98 Hancock St, Unit #2

216 Norfolk St, Unit A

216 Norfolk St, Unit T

54 Portsmouth St, Unit #2

918 Cambridge St, Unit 1
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 | $2,881 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,623 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,467 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,105 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Central Square 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,076 | $950 | $8,800 |
Central Square 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,712 | $1,050 | $9,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Square, Cambridge, MA
Ranked #19
Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central Square, Cambridge, MA
John M. Tobin Montessori School
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Best Local Schools in Central Square, Cambridge, MA
John M. Tobin Montessori School
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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 Central Square
How much are Studio apartments in Central Square?
There are currently 142 Studio Apartments in Central Square with rent ranges from $1,750 to $13,863 with an average price of $2,881.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Square ranges from $1,150 to $14,453 with an average monthly rent of $3,043.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Square range from $2,000 to $16,579. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,623.
How expensive are Central Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 620 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,125 to $26,220 - averaging $4,467 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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