Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in Boston, MA (547 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.

property at 30 Appleton St
$2,695

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,695

Total Monthly Price$2,695
3 Month Lease Term
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Jan 1, 2027
Furnished

30 Appleton St, Unit B

30 Appleton St
BostonMA02116
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property at 280 Western Ave
$3,702 - $4,039

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,543
Required Monthly Fees$182

Total Monthly Price$3,725
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 18
Furnished

280 Western Ave

BostonMA02134

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property at 280 Western Ave
$3,702 - $4,039

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,543
Required Monthly Fees$182

Total Monthly Price$3,725
Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 18
Furnished

280 Western Ave

BostonMA02134
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280 Western Ave
$3,702

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,521
Required Monthly Fees$181

Total Monthly Price$3,702
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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280 Western Ave

280 Western AveBoston, MA 02134
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property at 50 Causeway St
$5,684

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$5,398
Required Monthly Fees$286

Total Monthly Price$5,684
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 19
Furnished

50 Causeway St

BostonMA02114
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94 Esmond St
$3,018

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,869
Required Monthly Fees$149

Total Monthly Price$3,018
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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94 Esmond St

94 Esmond StBoston, MA 02121
Furnished

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175 Blossom St
$11,103

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$10,574
Required Monthly Fees$529

Total Monthly Price$11,103
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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175 Blossom St

175 Blossom StBoston, MA 02114
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property at 60 Kilmarnock St
$8,180 - $8,811

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$7,775
Required Monthly Fees$405

Total Monthly Price$8,180
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Sep 30
Furnished

60 Kilmarnock St

BostonMA02215

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property at 21-35 W 2nd St
$3,035

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,885
Required Monthly Fees$150

Total Monthly Price$3,035
1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 16
Furnished

21-35 W 2nd St

BostonMA02127
property at 21-35 W 2nd St
$3,035

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,885
Required Monthly Fees$150

Total Monthly Price$3,035
1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 16
Furnished

21-35 W 2nd St

BostonMA02127
property at 131 Seaport Blvd
$5,362 - $7,694

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$5,092
Required Monthly Fees$270

Total Monthly Price$5,362
1 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 12
Furnished

131 Seaport Blvd

BostonMA02210

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property at 160 E Berkeley St
$3,600 - $3,629

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,450
Required Monthly Fees$179

Total Monthly Price$3,629
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 29
Furnished

160 E Berkeley St

BostonMA02118

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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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