Harvard apartments under $1,500/month
If you're looking under $1,500 per month, you're looking at studios in mid-tier neighborhoods, sharing 2-beds, or living slightly farther from campus. Below are neighborhoods near Harvard University that fit this budget.
Best neighborhoods under $1,500/month for Harvard
Somerville
Somerville (Davis, Porter, Union Square) is the cheaper Cambridge-adjacent option for Harvard and MIT grad students. Heavy student population.
$1,500 – $3,800/mo
Allston
Allston is Boston's de facto student housing district — huge BU off-campus population, plus Harvard grad students who want cheaper rent. Heavily Asian student community.
$1,100 – $2,800/mo
Frequently asked questions
Can I really find apartments under $1,500/month near Harvard?
Yes — there are real options under $1,500/month near Harvard, especially in Somerville, Allston. We send 5–10 verified options within 24 hours.
Will I need a roommate to stay under $1,500/month at Harvard?
Often yes — sharing a 2-bed with one roommate is the most reliable way to stay under $1,500/month near Harvard without sacrificing safety or commute. We can help match you with a roommate.