Cheap Homes for Rent in Harvard University Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA from $2,000 (80 Rentals)

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property at 71 Martin St

71 Martin St

CambridgeMA02138
property at 290 Beacon St

290 Beacon St, Unit 2

290 Beacon St
SomervilleMA02143
property at 30 Frost St

30 Frost St

CambridgeMA02140
property at 27 Forest St

27 Forest St, Unit 4

27 Forest St
CambridgeMA02140
property at 60 Park St

60 Park St

SomervilleMA02143
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Harvard University, Cambridge, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA

As of April 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Harvard University area is the $0.23 price per square foot 27 Forest St Model at 27 Forest St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Harvard University apartment is the 333 Beacon St Model at 333 Beacon St, Unit 1 starting at $2,050 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harvard University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
27 Forest St, Unit 227 Forest St1BR,1BA$0.23
333 Beacon St, Unit 1333 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.21
291 Beacon St, Unit 2291 Beacon St1BR,1BA$0.23
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 3639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.22
639 Somerville Ave, Unit 1639 Somerville AveStudio ,1BA$0.25
27 Chauncy St, Unit 22-1627 Chauncy StStudio ,1BA$0.28
27 Chauncy St, Unit 22-1627 Chauncy StStudio ,1BA$0.28
17 Ware St, Unit #23 - 217 Ware StStudio ,1BA$0.25
23 Ware St, Unit 223 Ware StStudio ,1BA$0.25
14 Stanford Ter, Unit #114 Stanford Ter2BR,1BA$0.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harvard University

What type of rentals are currently available in Harvard University?

There are currently 948 Apartments for Rent in Harvard University, MA with pricing that ranges from $975 to $13,000. There are also 313 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harvard University ranging from $2,000 to $15,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harvard University ranges from $2,000 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,315.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harvard University range from $2,454 to $13,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $13,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $975.

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