
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Miami, FL Under $4,200 (368 Rentals)
Rental terms in Miami as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Eve at the District

Flow Brickell

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Midtown 5

Sentral Wynwood

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Cortland Midtown Miami

The Mile

Columbus on Fifth

Flow Miami

Legacy Palm Isle
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7 West

SoMi Happy Livin' (Furnished)

Art Plaza

Legacy at 15th

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AMLI Dadeland

Blu27 at Edgewater

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The Vibe Miami

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Arte Grand Central

Vista Lago at the Hammocks

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Cortland South Kendall
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Bell Kendall West

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Navette on the Bay

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Cortland at the Hammocks

Residences at The Falls

Palmetto Place

Opera Tower

MIA Airport Villas

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The Corridor
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Forest Place

Camelot Court

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The Beekman

Dominion Tower

Pastel Apartments

i5 Wynwood Co-Living

Aerie Apartments

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147 NW 59th St

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23 NE 17th Ter, Unit SI FL17-ID100
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1300 Brickell Bay Dr, Unit SI ID1044506P

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3250 NE 1st Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1022232P

3830 NW 11th St, Unit 1-207

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3900 Biscayne Blvd, Unit GO ID1023475P

1268 NW 3rd St

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3250 NE 1st Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1056551P

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3250 NE 1st Ave, Unit SI FL8-ID1022545P

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2802 SW 21st St, Unit SI ID1056552P

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44 NW 10th Ave, Unit SI ID1548679P

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2700 NW 2nd Ave, Unit SI FL7-ID1585086P
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Miami?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Studio Apartments | $2,340 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Miami 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $200 | $10,000+ |
| Miami 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,228 | $330 | $10,000+ |
| Miami 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,361 | $1,026 | $10,000+ |
| Miami 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,998 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
| Miami 5 Bedroom Apartments | $14,416 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Miami 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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Student Living Made Easy: Great Miami Neighborhoods to Rent Near Campus
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Allaire • 4+ years in Miami
May 6, 2025I'm a native, born and raised. I've seen Miami grow into the international hotspot it's known for. Depending on where you live, transportation may not be that good, but there's never a shortage of things to do and see. It's gotten really expensive to live here, but you can't beat the food, people, events, water, and overall vibe. My advice is to EXPLORE. There are many neighborhoods and communities in Miami that are unknown jewels. It's up to you to find them and your tribe. If you're looking for a cultural explosion, you'll find it here.
Hector • 1+ years in Miami
April 3, 2025Its expensive to live here, but worth the cost. Lots of great Cuban food and vibe everywhere. Its overcrowded, but its nice here.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Miami Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Miami?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Miami is at 147 NW 59th St listed at $950.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Miami Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Miami is $3,689.
What is the largest Short-term Miami Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Miami is a 3,778 square feet unit starting from $11,182 at 7350 SW 31st St.
What is the average size for Miami Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Miami is currently at 720 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Beyond Miami: Nearby Cities That Make Renting in South Florida Easier
Written by: Allaire Williams
Hello there! I'm Allaire, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale area.

Where to Live in Miami When You're Not a Tourist
Written by: Allaire Williams
Let's be real - most Miami guides are written for people who think living here means South Beach penthouses and rooftop parties every night. But if you're moving here for work (not Instagram content), you need the real deal.

Miami Unfiltered: A Born-and-Raised Guide to Where Locals Love to Live
Written by: Allaire Williams
I’m Allaire, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Miami, Florida, and I’ll start by saying that this city is so much more than the South Beach party scene you see on Instagram and TV.

Student Living Made Easy: Great Miami Neighborhoods to Rent Near Campus
Written by: Allaire Williams
Whether you’re starting your first semester or just need a change of scenery, finding the right place to live during college makes a difference.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.