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- $2,510 - $7,395
- 12 Month Lease
- Bedrooms
- Studio - 4Studio - 4 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 1 - 41 - 4 Baths
- Sq. Ft.
- 354 - 2,097 sq ft
Pricing and Floor Plans
Studio/1 Bath
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2 Bedroom/1 Bath
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2 Bedroom/2 Bath
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3 Bedroom/1 Bath
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3 Bedroom/2 Bath
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3 Bedroom/1.5 Bath
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4 Bedroom/2 Bath
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4 Bedroom/4 Bath
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 1900
- 276 units4 stories
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- 24/7 emergency maintenance response
- Air Conditioning (Select Apartments)
- Bike Storage ( at select properties)
- Controlled building access
- Electronic thermostat
- Elevator (at select properties)
- Extra storage (at select properties)
- Heat and hot water included
- Historic building
- Large closets
- Online rent payment
- On-site management
- Parking (at select properties)
- Sewer and trash included
- Walking Distance to T
- Zip cars
Apartment Features
- Crown Molding
- Granite Countertops
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- High Speed Internet Access
Community Features
- Fitness Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Recycling
- Utilities Included
- Walk-Up
Map of CHR Harvard Square Communities
Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable
Transit
Strong public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Very bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Commuter Rail
14 min Drive
Airport
15 min Drive
Moving to Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate CHR Harvard Square Communities proximity to Galleria At Harvard Square. Galleria At Harvard Square is 0.8 miles away.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, CHR Harvard Square Communities has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.1 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Porter Square Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near CHR Harvard Square Communities are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Mineralogical and Geological Museum, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
Airports
Living in Harvard University provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 15 minutes from CHR Harvard Square Communities.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Maria L. Baldwin
Grades PK-5
Public
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
Grades PK-5
Public
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Public
St Peter Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
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| Lesley University | Walk: 5 min (0.3 mi) |
| Lesley University, Porter | Walk: 10 min (0.6 mi) |
| Harvard University | Walk: 12 min (0.7 mi) |
| Cambridge College | Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi) |
About CHR Harvard Square Communities
Two Months Free on Select Apartments or Up to $10,000 in Jordan's Furniture. Only 1st Month's Rent Required. The 1 and 2 bedroom residences exude the charm and character of a bygone era while offering updated, tastefully appointed residences that… appeal to current tastes and lifestyles. Most of the apartments have been recently updated from top to bottom, many with open concept floor plans. High-end designer finishes include hardwood floors, crown molding, granite countertops, marble accented baths and custom closet organizers. The location is walkable, many with tree-lined streets and adjacent stately homes, and only blocks from the trendy shops and restaurants in Harvard Square. It's easy to get to and from leading educational institutions such as Harvard and MIT on foot, bike or rail at the Harvard Square T stop.
Two Months Free on Select Apartments or Up to $10,000 in Jordan's Furniture. Only 1st Month's Rent Required. The 1 and 2 bedroom residences exude the charm and character of a bygone era while offering updated, tastefully appointed residences that appeal to current tastes and lifestyles. Most of the apartments have been recently updated from top to bottom, many with open concept floor plans. High-end designer finishes include hardwood floors, crown molding, granite countertops, marble accented baths and custom closet organizers. The location is walkable, many with tree-lined streets and adjacent stately homes, and only blocks from the trendy shops and restaurants in Harvard Square. It's easy to get to and from leading educational institutions such as Harvard and MIT on foot, bike or rail at the Harvard Square T stop.
CHR Harvard Square Communities is an apartment community in Cambridge, MA
Contact
Cambridge, MA 02138
- Sunday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Renter Reviews
For CHR Harvard Square Communities
1 Rating & Review
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5/6/21
Beautiful place, professional staff. very friendly
totally professional staff. however they could put blinds in the windows and a few benches in the courtyard.
Review from Apartments.com
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Property Manager at CHR Harvard Square Communities responded to this review
We greatly appreciate your feedback. It's always good to know that our resident services team is meeting expectations and providing friendly and conscientious service. We do routinely include window blinds in our apartments, so we are not sure what… may have happened in your case. When you have a moment, please contact our resident services office so we can get more information.
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