New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA (20 Rentals)

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

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Market Central
$2,553 - $6,843
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Built in 2020Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Market Central

425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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525 LINC
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$1,996 - $3,567
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Built in 2024Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

525 LINC

525 Lincoln StAllston, MA 02134
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The Harlo
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$3,660 - $6,947
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Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Harlo

1350 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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Verra
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$2,630 - $5,611
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$2,630 - $5,611

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Built in 2025Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Verra

50 Western AveBoston, MA 02134
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345 Harrison
$3,110 - $9,434
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$3,098 - $9,422
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$3,110 - $9,434
Built in 2018Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

345 Harrison

345 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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Lightview
Rent Specials
$1,954 - $2,629
Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term
Built in 20192 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1

Lightview

744 Columbus AveBoston, MA 02120
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The Royal Belmont
$2,555 - $5,830
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$2,555 - $5,830

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The Royal Belmont

375 Acorn Park DrBelmont, MA 02478
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1550 on the Charles
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$2,858 - $6,717
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Built in 2022Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

1550 on the Charles

1550 Soldiers Field RdBoston, MA 02135
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125 WARREN
Rent Specials
$1,900 - $5,800
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$1,900 - $5,800

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$1,900 - $5,800
Built in 20221 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

125 WARREN

125 Warren StBoston, MA 02119
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Hew at 1515
Rent Specials
$3,366 - $5,360
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$3,296 - $5,290
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Built in 2024Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 28

Hew at 1515

1525 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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Blvd & Bond
$2,794 - $7,954
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$2,794 - $7,954

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Built in 2021Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Blvd & Bond

88 Arsenal Yards BlvdWatertown, MA 02472
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The Jordan
$3,300
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$3,300

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$3,300
Built in 20241 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Jordan

249 Corey RdBrighton, MA 02135
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Girard
Rent Specials
$3,555 - $6,285
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$3,555 - $6,285

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$3,555 - $6,285
Built in 20161 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Girard

50 Malden StBoston, MA 02118
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127 Tremont St
Built in 20243 Bedroom Apartments

127 Tremont St

127 Tremont StBoston, MA 02108
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30 Dalton
Built in 20161 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

30 Dalton

30 Dalton StBoston, MA 02115
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Cambridge, MA
Population: 118,977

Ranked #238

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Cambridge Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Cambridge?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is at 18 Benedict St listed at $1,250.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Cambridge Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is $5,659.

What is the largest Short-term Cambridge Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.

What is the average size for Cambridge Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Cambridge is currently at 658 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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