
Homes for Rent by Owner in Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (42 Rentals)


36 Ash St, Unit 401

2 Emmons Pl, Unit 2A

75 5th St

1617 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 31

291 Elm St, Unit 3BB

65 Museum St, Unit 2

30 Cambridge Ter

244 River St, Unit 2

58 Regent St
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16 Miner St, Unit Miner St # 210

91 Summer St, Unit 4

115 Highland Ave, Unit 14

19 Malvern Ave

9 Wyatt St

11 Pearl Ter, Unit 1

93 Chester St, Unit 2

451 Park Dr, Unit 1A

112 Allston St, Unit 3

158 Kelton St, Unit 1
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387 Marlborough St, Unit 5

482 Beacon St, Unit 22

1419 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 404

15 N Beacon, Unit 228

86 Jersey St

82 Jersey St, Unit Fully Furnished NO FEE

20 Glenville Ave, Unit 20 Glenville Ave unit 2

86 Colborne Rd, Unit 1

483 Beacon St, Unit #96

9 Gardner Ter, Unit 3
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104 Warren St

921 Beacon St, Unit 11

480 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 81

1198 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 101

28 Adamson St, Unit 30

112 Allston St

128 Academy Hill Rd

50 Charlesgate E, Unit 10

531 Newbury St, Unit 2

25 Chester St, Unit 1
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32 Long Ave, Unit 1

583 Beacon 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 |
---|---|---|---|
Harvard Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,526 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,359 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,179 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,960 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,086 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
Harvard Square 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,997 | $7,000 | $8,995 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Harvard Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard Square?
There are currently 12005 Apartments for Rent in Harvard Square, MA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $29,904. There are also 7487 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard Square ranging from $1,200 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 $1,200 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,487.
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 $1,025 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $925.
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