
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $3,500 (222 Rentals)
Rental terms in East Cambridge as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Harborview at the Navy Yard

Station Landing Apartments

The Residences of University Park

Lofts at Kendall Square

62 on the Park

The Towers at Longfellow
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

One65 Main

The Residences on Broadway

Mezzo Design Lofts

Axis Admiral's Hill Apartments

Market Central

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

Elevate

Piano Craft Guild
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

The Victor by Windsor

Boylston St, 40

334 Harvard St, Unit FL2-ID143

154 Broadway, Unit FL2-ID1107
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632 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL2-ID761

15 Marney St, Unit FL3-ID454

226 Newbury St, Unit FL2-ID724

11 Hereford St, Unit FL0-ID557

300 Harrison Ave, Unit FL4-ID554

45 E Newton St, Unit FL1-ID467

125 Salem St, Unit FL3-ID452

791 Tremont St, Unit FL4-ID358

199 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL4-ID284

Bowdoin School
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46 Westland Ave

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

777 Tremont St

31 Queensberry St

4 Symphony Rd

357 Windsor

17 Sheafe St

102 Cross St

50 Columbus Ave
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East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,726 | $1,713 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,441 | $1,155 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,097 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,721 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,132 | $925 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,846 | $875 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,036 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
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How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
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 33 N Margin St listed at $1,425.
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 $4,370.
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 $2,900 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 644 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.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.