
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA Under $5,500 (218 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

Chroma

Lofts at Kendall Square
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62 on the Park

The Towers at Longfellow

One India Street Apartments

Fenway Triangle

The Residences on Broadway

Mezzo Design Lofts

Axis Admiral's Hill Apartments

Market Central
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Clinton & Prospect Apartments

Elevate

The West End Apartments

1330 Boylston

Piano Craft Guild
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

The Victor by Windsor

Boylston St, 40
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120 Kingston St, Unit FL8-ID618

100 Landsdowne St, Unit FL9-ID1176

2 Leighton St, Unit FL6-ID876

345 Harrison Ave, Unit FL9-ID1151

632 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL5-ID819

285 Third St, Unit FL6-ID592

390 Harrison Ave, Unit FL5-ID1047

334 Harvard St, Unit FL4-ID183

1260 Boylston St, Unit FL6-ID954

26 Worcester Square, Unit FL1-ID938

232 Newbury St, Unit FL3-ID782
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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 | $2,735 | $1,713 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $995 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,109 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,725 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,092 | $850 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,918 | $900 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,990 | $950 | $10,000+ |
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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 166 Auburn St listed at $1,450.
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 $4,401.
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 621 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.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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.