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Malden Square Apartments
480 Main StMalden, MA 02148
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$2,307 - $3,526
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Prynne Hills
9 Bay DrCanton, MA 02021
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$2,277 - $3,479
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$2,277 - $3,479
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$2,277 - $3,479
Jefferson at Dedham Station
1000 Presidents WayDedham, MA 02026
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$2,269 - $4,082
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$2,269 - $4,082
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Faxon Commons
1037 Southern ArteryQuincy, MA 02169
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$2,250 - $3,500
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Studio Apartments Available NowThe Guild
154 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,250 - $3,395
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now90 Ocean
90 Ocean AveRevere, MA 02151
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$2,242 - $3,525
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$2,242 - $3,525
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One North of Boston
100 Heard StChelsea, MA 02150
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$2,171 - $4,085
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$2,171 - $4,085
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Quincy Commons
1 Canton RdQuincy, MA 02171
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$2,120 - $2,200
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityDorset Square Residences
15 Argyle TerDorchester, MA 02124
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$2,100 - $2,800
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTowne House Apartments
151 Sea StQuincy, MA 02169
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$1,850 - $2,600
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNova Quincy
1500 Hancock StQuincy, MA 02169
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$1,800 - $3,500
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJ.E. Furnished Apartments of Quincy
33 Furnace AveQuincy, MA 02169
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$1,600 - $2,550
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$1,550 - $2,536
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now525 LINC
525 Lincoln StAllston, MA 02134
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$1,499 - $1,600
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNova Suites
3 Cottage AveQuincy, MA 02169
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$1,175 - $1,800
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Studio Apartments Available NowAdams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term
94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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$3,000
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 13Total Monthly Price
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$2,560
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$3,000
264 Harvard St
264 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,995
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
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$2,640
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,995
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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245 Walnut St
NewtonMA02460
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$2,980
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$2,600
Required Monthly Fees
$380
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$2,980
845 Washington St
845 Washington StNewton, MA 02460
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$2,970
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$2,530
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$440
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$2,970
4 Sherman St
4 Sherman StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,960
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$2,520
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$2,960
36 River St
36 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,945
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 18Total Monthly Price
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$2,590
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,945
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,915
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 3Total Monthly Price
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$2,540
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$2,915
449 Canal St
449 Canal StSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,910
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 11, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,540
Required Monthly Fees
$370
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$2,910
485 Foley St
485 Foley StSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,895
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 15Total Monthly Price
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$2,540
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,895
445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,875
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 16Total Monthly Price
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$2,500
Required Monthly Fees
$375
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$2,875
334 Harvard St
334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,870
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 3Total Monthly Price
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$2,430
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$440
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$2,870
45 Carlton St
45 Carlton StBrookline, MA 02446
155 Lenox St
NorwoodMA02062
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$2,865
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 11Total Monthly Price
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$2,470
Required Monthly Fees
$395
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$2,865
21 Charles St
21 Charles StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,785
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 21Total Monthly Price
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$2,430
Required Monthly Fees
$355
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$2,785
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
91 Perkins St
SomervilleMA02145
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$2,755
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 30Total Monthly Price
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$2,380
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$375
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$2,755
70 Pearl St
70 Pearl StBrookline, MA 02445
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$2,740 - $3,595
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBaker Chocolate Factory
1200-1220 Adams StDorchester, MA 02124
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$2,720
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$2,280
Required Monthly Fees
$440
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$2,720
36 River St
36 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,720
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$2,280
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$440
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$2,720
36 River St
36 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,685
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 12Total Monthly Price
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$2,330
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$355
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$2,685
16 Forest St
16 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
150 Quarry St
QuincyMA02169
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$2,570
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 9, 2026Total Monthly Price
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$2,110
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$460
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$2,570
50 Salt St
50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
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$2,525
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$2,180
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$345
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$2,525
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,440
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$2,000
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$440
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$2,440
4 Sherman St
4 Sherman StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,350
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$1,990
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$360
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$2,350
1284 Beacon St
1284 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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$2,300
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$1,940
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$360
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$2,300
1284 Beacon St
1284 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
Boston, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Studio Apartments | $2,618 | $1,100 | $7,996 |
| Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,958 | $840 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,083 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,870 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,084 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,073 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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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
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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 $3,872.
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 610 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.
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.
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.