
Cheap Homes for Rent in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $800 (201 Rentals)
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53 Hopedale St

29 Alston St

2 Sherman St, C

53 Sycamore St

59 Glenwood Rd

53 Saunders St

36 Gordon St

2 Sherman St, A

90 Harriet St
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6 Haskell St

29 Craigie St

11 Islington St

15 Governor Winthrop Rd

88 Glen St

26 Charnwood Rd

28 Charnwood Rd

2 Sparhawk St

48 Brighton Ave

100 Flint St

29 Craigie St

153 Murdock St

70 Leicester St

4 Sparhawk St

104 Academy Hill Rd

11 A Islington St

28 Charnwood Rd

19 Highgate St

12A Greylock Rd

2 Murdock Terrace

30 Wadsworth St

56 Ridgemont St

11 Governor Winthrop Rd

26 Charnwood Rd

292 Lincoln St

17 Berkshire St

29 Alston St

11A Islington St

2 Sherman St

19 Berkshire St

6 7th St

21 Rossmore St

20 Alcott St

11 Linden St

2 Sherman St

190 Kelton St

7 Denby Rd

100 Flint St

1242 Commonwealth Ave

6 7th St
Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Harvard Square?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,481 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,285 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,223 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,989 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,829 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,649 | $925 | $9,975 |
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There are currently 201 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Cheapest Available Harvard Square Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Residences at Brighton Marine | Studio - Income Restrictions Apply | Studio,1BA | $1,638 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harvard Square area is the $0.18 price per square foot 175 N Beacon St Model at 175 N Beacon St, Unit 1 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Harvard Square apartment is the 8 Fulkerson St Model at 8 Fulkerson St, Unit BR starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harvard Square apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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175 N Beacon St, Unit 1 | 175 N Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
8 Fulkerson St, Unit BR | 8 Fulkerson St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
22 Shepard St, Unit B | 22 Shepard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
153 Murdock St, Unit 2 | 153 Murdock St | 3BR,2BA | $0.18 |
153 Murdock St, Unit 2 | 153 Murdock St | 3BR,2BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
146 Allston St, Unit 3 | 146 Allston St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
96 Winthrop St, Unit 1 | 96 Winthrop St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 13292 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $27,208. There are also 6482 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $825 to $16,000.
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 $825 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,931.
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 $1,075 to $27,208, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $14,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $825 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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