Harvard 2-bed apartments
A 2-bed is the most popular pick for international students sharing with one roommate — you each get a private bedroom and split rent + utilities roughly in half. Below are the neighborhoods near Harvard University where international students find these.
Best neighborhoods for Harvard
Cambridge
Cambridge is home to Harvard and MIT. Harvard Square, Central Square, and Kendall Square are all packed with international graduate students.
$1,700 – $5,500/mo
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
Brookline
Brookline is the upscale option west of BU, with great schools, the Green Line all along Beacon Street, and quieter than Allston. Popular with MBA and PhD students.
$1,700 – $4,500/mo
Central Square
Central Square sits between MIT and Harvard on the Red Line — popular with international PhD and grad students for the price + walkability.
$1,600 – $4,000/mo
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent for a 2-bed near Harvard?
2-beds near Harvard typically range from $1100 to $5500 per month, depending on neighborhood and amenities.
Are 2-beds easy to find for international students at Harvard?
Yes — 2-beds are the most consistently available unit type near most US universities. We curate verified options and help with no-credit-history paperwork.