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Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harvard Square area is the $0.18 price per square foot 22 Shepard St Model at 22 Shepard St, Unit B in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Harvard Square apartment is the 175 N Beacon St Model at 175 N Beacon St, Unit 1 starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harvard Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
175 N Beacon St, Unit 1175 N Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
63 Brighton Ave, Unit C63 Brighton Ave1BR,1BA$0.19
319 Allston St, Unit 3319 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.19
153 Murdock St, Unit 2153 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.18
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
96 Winthrop St, Unit 196 Winthrop St1BR,1BA$0.18
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19
146 Allston St, Unit 3146 Allston St1BR,1BA$0.18
33A Harding St, Unit A33A Harding St1BR,1BA$0.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?

There are currently 12631 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $775 to $25,543. There are also 7653 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $420 to $22,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Harvard Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harvard Square ranges from $420 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,195.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Harvard Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harvard Square range from $925 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $420 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $850.

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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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