
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA Under $4,200 (1,046 Rentals)
Rental terms in Boston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


345 Harrison

Park Lane Seaport

The Towers at Longfellow
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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Velo Forest Hills Apartments

The Tremont

Peninsula Apartments

Fenway Triangle

62 on the Park

3200 Washington

Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

The Residences on Broadway

125 WARREN
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

1550 on the Charles

The Andi

The West End Apartments

Piano Craft Guild
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

The Victor by Windsor

Boylston St, 40

Parker Hill Apartments

Bowdoin School

46 Westland Ave

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

Metro Rentals, LLC
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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289 Walk Hill St
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead
Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Boston Studio Apartments | $2,705 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,137 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,743 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,097 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,834 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,662 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,983 | $900 | $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 11A Islington St listed at $925.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Boston is $4,975.
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 $2,900 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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.