
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Somerville, MA Under $3,000 (80 Rentals)
Rental terms in Somerville as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


333 Great River Rd
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.

Arcadia at Rivers Edge

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

Forest Court

605 Concord at Fresh Pond

Tempo Cambridge

Elevate

The Towers at Longfellow

603 Concord
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Park77 Apartments

Brigham Square Apartments

19 Forest St, Unit FL3-ID344

17 Forest St, Unit FL2-ID64

Station Landing Apartments

Royal Belmont
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Mezzo Design Lofts

Atmark Cambridge

Axis Admiral's Hill Apartments

Market Central

Lumiere

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

62 on the Park

525 LINC

Cambridge Ivy Inn
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Boylston St, 40

221 Massachusetts Ave

6 Whittier Pl
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Somerville, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,784 | $1,595 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,354 | $1,039 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,075 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,409 | $1,533 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,907 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
Somerville 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,491 | $5,495 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Somerville, MA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
91 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
68 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Somerville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Somerville?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Somerville is at 7INK listed at $1,491.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Somerville Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Somerville is $5,634.
What is the largest Short-term Somerville Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Somerville is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,900 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for Somerville Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Somerville is currently at 570 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 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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.