Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $2,100 (20 Rentals)

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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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Quincy Commons
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$1,831 - $4,226
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$1,831 - $4,226

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$1,831 - $4,226
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Quincy Commons

1 Canton RdQuincy, MA 02171
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Faxon Commons
Rent Specials
$1,819 - $4,074
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$1,819 - $4,074

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$1,819 - $4,074
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Faxon Commons

1037 Southern ArteryQuincy, MA 02169
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525 LINC
Rent Specials
$1,550 - $2,536
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

525 LINC

525 Lincoln StAllston, MA 02134
Student Housing
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50 Salt St
$2,025
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$1,570
Required Monthly Fees
$455

Total Monthly Price
$2,025
Studio Apartments Available Now

50 Salt St

50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
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1440 Beacon St
$2,020
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$1,660
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$2,020
Studio Apartments Available Now

1440 Beacon St

1440 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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28 Austin St
$1,900
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Base Rent
$1,540
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$1,900
Studio Apartments Available May 14, 2026

28 Austin St

28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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The Meeting House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Meeting House

233 Hancock StDorchester, MA 02125
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Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

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78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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86 / 100

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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 $3,942.

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 593 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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: Amelia Ramstead

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.