Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (316 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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975 Memorial Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

975 Memorial Dr

975 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
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University Green
Studio Apartments

University Green

130 Mount Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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Leverett Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Leverett Towers

1-3 Cowperthwaite StCambridge, MA 02138
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4-6 Athens Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

4-6 Athens Ter

4-6 Athens TerCambridge, MA 02138
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5-7 Banks St
Studio Apartments

5-7 Banks St

5-7 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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47 Banks St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

47 Banks St

47 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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382-392 Harvard St
Studio Apartments

382-392 Harvard St

382-392 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02138
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69 Banks St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

69 Banks St

69 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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Crimson Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Crimson Court

375 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02138
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11-13 Ellery St
Studio Apartments

11-13 Ellery St

11-13 Ellery StCambridge, MA 02138
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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

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 864 Studio Apartments in Harvard Square with rent ranges from $1,600 to $14,234 with an average price of $2,558.

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 $1,200 to $14,099 with an average monthly rent of $3,131.

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 $1,200 to $25,543. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,650.

How expensive are Harvard Square Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 3,252 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Harvard Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $925 to $15,000 - averaging $4,161 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.