Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (13,232 Rentals)

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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #23

Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

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Best Local Schools in
Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Harvard Square, Cambridge, and the greater Boston area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have younger kids when you rent. This residential area is now ranked as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and having the best education available.

Outdoors Rating

We think living with parks and outdoor amenities is critically important. Harvard Square is known as providing good access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has a reputation as one of our preferred high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, maid services, views, access to parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there furry friends in your life? this area of town ranks as one of the best-regarded communities for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Harvard Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

80 / 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 Harvard Square

How much are Studio apartments in Harvard Square?

There are currently 959 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,500 to $14,234 with an average price of $2,596.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Harvard Square Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Harvard Square ranges from $1,300 to $14,356 with an average monthly rent of $3,137.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Harvard Square cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Harvard Square range from $1,995 to $21,722. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,621.

How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 3,425 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,075 to $27,208 - averaging $4,158 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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