Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA (38 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Waltham as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Currents on the Charles
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$2,478 - $3,312
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$2,463 - $3,297
Required Monthly Fees
$15

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$2,478 - $3,312
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Currents on the Charles

36 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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Longview Place
Rent Specials
$2,589 - $5,486
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$2,589 - $5,486

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$2,589 - $5,486
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Longview Place

70-80 Hope AveWaltham, MA 02453
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The Ridge
$2,663 - $8,762
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$2,663 - $8,762

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$2,663 - $8,762
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Ridge

55 Ridge LnWaltham, MA 02452
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90 Kodiak Way
$2,830
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$2,450
Required Monthly Fees
$380

Total Monthly Price
$2,830
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 28

90 Kodiak Way

90 Kodiak WayWaltham, MA 02451
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36 River St
$3,290
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$2,850
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,290
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 17

36 River St

36 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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36 River St
$3,360
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$2,920
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$3,360
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 14

36 River St

36 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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110 Kodiak Way
$3,350
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$2,970
Required Monthly Fees
$380

Total Monthly Price
$3,350
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 19

110 Kodiak Way

110 Kodiak WayWaltham, MA 02451
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property at 1449 Main St

$3,750

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$3,750

Total Monthly Price
$3,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Feb 12

1449 Main St

WalthamMA02451

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Bell Watertown
$3,071 - $6,625
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$3,071 - $6,625

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$3,071 - $6,625
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Bell Watertown

100 Woodview WayWatertown, MA 02472
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Avalon at Lexington
Rent Specials
$3,032 - $4,204
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$2,975 - $4,147
Required Monthly Fees
$57

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$3,032 - $4,204
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Avalon at Lexington

100 Lexington Ridge DrLexington, MA 02421
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Watertown Mews
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$2,685 - $11,497
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$2,685 - $11,497

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$2,685 - $11,497
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Watertown Mews

1 Repton PlWatertown, MA 02472
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245 Walnut St
$3,500
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$3,120
Required Monthly Fees
$380

Total Monthly Price
$3,500
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 3

245 Walnut St

245 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460
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28 Austin St
$5,130
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$4,690
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$5,130
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 5

28 Austin St

28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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28 Austin St
$4,800
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$4,360
Required Monthly Fees
$440

Total Monthly Price
$4,800
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1

28 Austin St

28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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28 Austin St
$2,170
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$1,810
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$2,170
Studio Apartments Available May 8, 2027

28 Austin St

28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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245 Walnut St
$3,485
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Base Rent
$3,070
Required Monthly Fees
$415

Total Monthly Price
$3,485
2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 3

245 Walnut St

245 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460
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property at 100 Lexington Ridge Dr

$3,910

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$3,910

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$3,910

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Feb 5

100 Lexington Ridge Dr

LexingtonMA02421

Waltham, MA Local Guide

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Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Waltham Overview

Commonly referred to as 'Watch City' thanks to its long and proud history as a city of industry, Waltham is a blue collar city with much to offer. From its stately downtown streets to the abundance of regional sites to see, this arts-friendly hub combines amenities and charm to yield a Massachusetts locale well worthy of consideration.

Why live in Waltham, MA?

From the abundance of public parks and biking paths along the scenic Charles River, to the celebrated museums and eclectic eateries, apartments for rent in Waltham present a fantastic opportunity to get to know this thriving Massachusetts city. With several universities within easy reach and top employers including Bank of America and Verizon helping to grow the local economy, Waltham apartments remain a solid choice for anyone considering a move to the Tri-State area.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Waltham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Waltham?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Waltham is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,175.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Waltham Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Waltham is $4,068.

What is the largest Short-term Waltham Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Waltham is a 1,518 square feet unit starting from $2,589 at Longview Place.

What is the average size for Waltham Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Waltham is currently at 726 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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