
Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in Boston, MA (547 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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77 Exeter St, Unit PL FL8-ID1178

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1350 Boylston St, Unit PL FL2-ID897

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45 Stuart St, Unit PL FL28-ID224A

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45 Stuart St, Unit PL FL28-ID224A

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199 Massachusetts Ave, Unit GO FL9-ID650

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199 Massachusetts Ave, Unit GO FL9-ID650

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1335 Boylston St, Unit GO FL5-ID1346

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790 Boylston St, Unit GO FL19-ID6185A

280 Western Ave
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280 Western Ave

50 Causeway St

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8 Whittier Pl, Unit SI FL17-ID50

1 Month
17 Sheafe St, Unit 2

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1350 Boylston St, Unit GO FL3-ID1140

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770 Boylston St, Unit GO FL24-ID5463A

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300 Harrison Ave, Unit GO ID1272533P

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94 Esmond St

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345 Harrison Ave, Unit GO FL9-ID1151
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175 Blossom St

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150 Huntington Ave, Unit GO FL1-ID408

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL11-ID6852A

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL11-ID6852A

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390 Harrison Ave, Unit SI FL7-ID1022

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77 Exeter St, Unit SI FL6-ID867

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790 Boylston St, Unit SI FL20-ID6842A

60 Kilmarnock St

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120 Kingston St, Unit SI FL18-ID619

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160 E Berkeley St, Unit SI ID1343269P
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530 Atlantic Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID644

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399 Congress St, Unit SI FL4-ID988

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL17-ID5267A

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL14-ID1344

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL34-ID6855A

21-35 W 2nd St

21-35 W 2nd St

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240 Freedom Trl, Unit SI FL4-ID1318704P

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240 Freedom Trl, Unit SI FL4-ID1318704P

131 Seaport Blvd
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244 Hanover St, Unit SI FL2-ID1241275P

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160 E Berkeley St, Unit SI ID1240308P

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35 West 2nd Street-SI ID1240280P, Unit SI ID1240280P

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77 Exeter St, Unit SI FL15-ID2337A

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44 Bromfield St, Unit SI FL4-ID1323

160 E Berkeley St

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77 Exeter St, Unit SI FL14-ID6717A

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL24-ID1005

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL21-ID1996A

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1 Nashua St, Unit SI FL24-ID4437A
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Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Boston?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,550 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,045 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,736 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,143 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,468 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Boston 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,194 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Boston
What type of rentals are currently available in Boston?
There are currently 12904 Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $825 to $26,168. There are also 6936 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Boston ranging from $750 to $99,999.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Boston?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Boston ranges from $750 to $99,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,646.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Boston?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Boston range from $900 to $19,888, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Moving to Boston Without Losing Your Mind: A Renter’s Guide to a Smooth Move
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
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Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Hello! I’m Amelia, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Boston.

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Top Short-Term Rental Neighborhoods in Boston: Tips from a Local Expert
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.