Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (169 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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250 Kendall St
$7,0301 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 9

250 Kendall St

Cambridge, MA 02142
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350 Third St
$5,7101 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

350 Third St

Cambridge, MA 02142
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94 Spring St
$1,2504 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

94 Spring St

Cambridge, MA 02141
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334 Harvard St
$3,3501 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Apr 1

334 Harvard St

Cambridge, MA 02139
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256 Hurley St
$9753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

256 Hurley St

Cambridge, MA 02141
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249 Third St
$4,0901 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Apr 1

249 Third St

Cambridge, MA 02142
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16 Forest St
$2,9251 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

16 Forest St

Cambridge, MA 02140
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2ASherman Street
$8253 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

2ASherman Street

Cambridge, MA 02138
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4ASherman Street
$9753 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

4ASherman Street

Cambridge, MA 02138
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18 Forest St
$3,3501 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

18 Forest St

Cambridge, MA 02140
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240 Sidney St
$3,124Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

240 Sidney St

Cambridge, MA 02139
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425 Massachusetts Ave
$3,220Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 16

425 Massachusetts Ave

Cambridge, MA 02139
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129 Franklin St
$3,2301 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Feb 18

129 Franklin St

Cambridge, MA 02139
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285 Third St
$3,8801 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

285 Third St

Cambridge, MA 02142
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80 Fawcett St
$2,9901 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Mar 2

80 Fawcett St

Cambridge, MA 02138
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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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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Harvard Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Harvard Square?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Harvard Square is at 2 Sherman St, B listed at $875.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Harvard Square Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Harvard Square is $3,139.

What is the largest Short-term Harvard Square Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Harvard Square is a 3,956 square feet unit starting from $4,535 at 30 Dalton.

What is the average size for Harvard Square Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Harvard Square is currently at 508 sq ft.

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