
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA (437 Rentals)
Rental terms in Boston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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100 Pier 4

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3200 Washington

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345 Harrison

The Longwood

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Verra

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Velo Forest Hills Apartments

One India Street Apartments

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Troy Boston

62 on the Park
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Flats on D

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The Towers at Longfellow

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The Residences on Broadway

125 WARREN

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Bell Olmsted Park

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Girard

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Hew at 1515

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1550 on the Charles

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The West End Apartments

Piano Craft Guild
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17 Burney

250 Centre

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Zero Athens

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30 Dalton

Parker Hill Apartments

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Park Lane Seaport

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Devonshire

Boylston St, 40

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

46 Westland Ave
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2 Louisburg Square

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3 Chamblet St, Unit #2 Furnished Two Bedroom

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1 Nashua St

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221 Massachusetts Ave

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791 Tremont St

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365 Western Ave

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1335 Boylston St

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1335 Boylston St

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791 Tremont St

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10 New St
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120 Kingston St

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26 Worcester Square

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45 Stuart St

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10 Emerson Pl

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181 Washington St

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1220 Adams St

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320 D St

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4 Elko St

790 Boylston St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Boston Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,619 | $1,100 | $9,800 |
| Boston Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,947 | $795 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,572 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,084 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Boston Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,987 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,316 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,147 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street
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Boston Overview
When people think Massachusetts they instantly think Boston. Home of the Red Sox, Dropkick Murphys and that oh-so-famous tea party, Boston is a New England destination that far surpasses most visitor's expectations with ease. Covering almost fifty square miles and boasting an extended population of almost five million people (all of them Sox fans!), Boston is one of the nation's premier east coast cities and finding your new home in one of the many options in Boston apartments and rentals is the best.
Why live in Boston, MA?
From the one-of-a-kind people to the contagious hometown pride that pours from every inch of the city, Boston is truly a destination like no other. Irish-American heritage is omnipresent throughout the Boston area, and its St. Paddy's Day celebrations are truly the stuff of legend.
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Getting Around Boston, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Boston?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Boston is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Boston is $3,881.
What is the largest Short-term Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for Boston Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Boston is currently at 583 sq ft.
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.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
