Short Term Lease Homes for Rent in the South Boston Neighborhood of Boston, MA (94 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the South Boston area of Boston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

property at 300 Harrison Ave

$8,517 - $11,800

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$8,100
Required Monthly Fees
$417

Total Monthly Price
$8,517

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

300 Harrison Ave

BostonMA02118
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300 Harrison Ave
$10,785
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$10,260
Required Monthly Fees
$525

Total Monthly Price
$10,785
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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300 Harrison Ave

300 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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35 W 2nd St
$3,058
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Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,907
Required Monthly Fees
$151

Total Monthly Price
$3,058
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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35 W 2nd St

35 W 2nd StBoston, MA 02127
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property at 100 Pier 4 Blvd.

$9,802

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$9,330
Required Monthly Fees
$472

Total Monthly Price
$9,802

1 Bedroom Rentals

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100 Pier 4 Blvd.

BostonMA02210
property at 79 Park Plaza

$10,331

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$9,817
Required Monthly Fees
$514

Total Monthly Price
$10,331

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Nov 9

79 Park Plaza

BostonMA02116

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property at 410 Summer St

$8,510 - $9,451

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$8,996
Required Monthly Fees
$455

Total Monthly Price
$9,451

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 8

410 Summer St

BostonMA02210
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300 Harrison Ave
$8,755
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$8,326
Required Monthly Fees
$429

Total Monthly Price
$8,755
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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300 Harrison Ave

300 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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300 Harrison Ave
$11,800
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$11,225
Required Monthly Fees
$575

Total Monthly Price
$11,800
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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300 Harrison Ave

300 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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property at 212 Stuart St

$8,123 - $16,355

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$15,557
Required Monthly Fees
$798

Total Monthly Price
$16,355

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Oct 19

212 Stuart St

BostonMA02116
property at 12-14-14 Peverell St

$6,280

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$5,967
Required Monthly Fees
$313

Total Monthly Price
$6,280

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 1

property at 230 Boston St

$7,576

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$7,200
Required Monthly Fees
$376

Total Monthly Price
$7,576

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Dec 5

230 Boston St

BostonMA02125
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212 Stuart St
$8,113
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$7,704
Required Monthly Fees
$409

Total Monthly Price
$8,113
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
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212 Stuart St

212 Stuart StBoston, MA 02116
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601 Albany St
$3,792
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$3,606
Required Monthly Fees
$186

Total Monthly Price
$3,792
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month
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601 Albany St

601 Albany StBoston, MA 02118
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property at 290 Congress St

$10,333

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$9,829
Required Monthly Fees
$504

Total Monthly Price
$10,333

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 26

290 Congress St

BostonMA02210

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Boston, Boston, MA

Ranked #84

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Boston

What type of rentals are currently available in South Boston?

There are currently 1665 Apartments for Rent in South Boston, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $26,094. There are also 820 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Boston ranging from $1,160 to $35,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Boston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Boston ranges from $1,160 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,183.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Boston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Boston range from $2,069 to $17,885, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,410 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,160 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,953.

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