
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $3,500 (339 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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Girard

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Troy Boston

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Park Lane Seaport

One India Street Apartments

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The West End Apartments

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320 D St, Unit FL2-ID189
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Piano Craft Guild

Zero Athens

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The Towers at Longfellow

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Flats on D

3200 Washington

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

The Longwood

250 Centre

Velo Forest Hills Apartments

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1550 on the Charles
When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early
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.

Parker Hill Apartments

46 Westland Ave

62 on the Park

125 WARREN

Boylston St, 40

48 Brighton Ave

179 St Botolph St

99 E Dedham St
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

49 Worthington St

161 Washington St

120 Kingston St

11 Hereford St

152 Liverpool St
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221 Massachusetts Ave

221 Massachusetts Ave
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,616 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,004 | $840 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,634 | $375 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,088 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,846 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,945 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,758 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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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 $3,988.
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 587 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.

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.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.