Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in Arlington, MA (22 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Arlington as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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4 Sherman St
$2,430
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$1,990
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$2,430
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

4 Sherman St

4 Sherman StCambridge, MA 02138
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90 Fawcett St
$4,630
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Base Rent
$4,200
Required Monthly Fees
$430

Total Monthly Price
$4,630
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 20

90 Fawcett St

90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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90 Fawcett St
$4,630
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$4,200
Required Monthly Fees
$430

Total Monthly Price
$4,630
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 20

90 Fawcett St

90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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80 Fawcett St
$3,440
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,000
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,440
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 20, 2026

80 Fawcett St

80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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4 Sherman St
$3,980
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,540
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,980
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 6, 2026

4 Sherman St

4 Sherman StCambridge, MA 02138
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80 Fawcett St
$2,845
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,490
Required Monthly Fees
$355

Total Monthly Price
$2,845
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026

80 Fawcett St

80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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80 Fawcett St
$2,845
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,490
Required Monthly Fees
$355

Total Monthly Price
$2,845
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026

80 Fawcett St

80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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32 Healey St
$5,595
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$5,150
Required Monthly Fees
$445

Total Monthly Price
$5,595
3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1, 2026

32 Healey St

32 Healey StCambridge, MA 02138
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80 Fawcett St
$3,035
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,680
Required Monthly Fees
$355

Total Monthly Price
$3,035
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23

80 Fawcett St

80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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1 Whittemore Ave
$3,415
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,060
Required Monthly Fees
$355

Total Monthly Price
$3,415
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18, 2026

1 Whittemore Ave

1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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18 Forest St
$4,075
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,660
Required Monthly Fees
$415

Total Monthly Price
$4,075
2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31, 2026

18 Forest St

18 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

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7 Cameron Ave
$4,245
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,830
Required Monthly Fees
$415

Total Monthly Price
$4,245
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2026

7 Cameron Ave

7 Cameron AveCambridge, MA 02140
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From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Arlington

What type of rentals are currently available in Arlington?

There are currently 1446 Apartments for Rent in Arlington, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $15,000. There are also 989 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arlington ranging from $975 to $19,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arlington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arlington ranges from $975 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,556.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Arlington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Arlington range from $2,400 to $6,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!