
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA (292 Rentals)
Rental terms in East Cambridge as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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Garrison Square

One India Street Apartments

Lofts at Kendall Square

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Third Square

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Elevate

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Troy Boston

62 on the Park

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The Towers at Longfellow

The Guild
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The Residences on Broadway

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Girard

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Market Central

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Church Corner

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The West End Apartments

Piano Craft Guild

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Zero Athens

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Twenty20

Cambridge Ivy Inn

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30 Dalton
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Devonshire

Boylston St, 40

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88 Ames St, Unit FL16-ID44

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

46 Westland Ave

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2 Louisburg Square

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154 Broadway

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154 Broadway

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91 Perkins St

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445 Artisan Way
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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445 Artisan Way

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21 Charles St

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22 Water St

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270 Harvard St

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21 Charles St

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129 Franklin St

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445 Artisan Way

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400 Mystic Ave

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812 Memorial Dr

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123 Highland Ave
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808-812-812 Memorial Dr

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485 Foley St

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485 Foley St

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300 Somerville Ave

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334 Harvard St

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33 Rogers St

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445 Artisan Way

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334 Harvard St

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2 Leighton St

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88 Ames St
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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,758 | $1,550 | $5,000 |
| East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,274 | $1,042 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,014 | $2,025 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,584 | $995 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,217 | $1,534 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,348 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,403 | $5,940 | $10,000+ |
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Getting Around East Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
78 / 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 East Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in East Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in East Cambridge is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term East Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in East Cambridge is $4,425.
What is the largest Short-term East Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in East Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for East Cambridge Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in East Cambridge 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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.