
New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Boston, MA (68 Rentals)
Rental terms in Boston as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


The Alyx

Ora Seaport

Troy Boston

Bell Olmsted Park

The Metlo

The Tremont

Velo Forest Hills Apartments

3200 Washington

The Andi

Ink Block
Boston's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Boston and the best places to live around the area with original content written by our Boston, MA Local Expert Amelia Ramstead

1550 on the Charles

7INK

125 WARREN

The Sudbury

LUKA on the Common

Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

30 Dalton

250 Centre

145 Stoughton St, Unit 145 Stoughton St

525 LINC

Presidential Point

Nova Quincy

The Bradford

Trio Newton

Audubon Easterly

Currents on the Charles

Tempo Cambridge

J Malden Center

NOVA Brighton

Royal Belmont

One North of Boston

One Upland

The Watson

Malden Square Apartments

Chroma

One65 Main

One Beachmont

MetroMark

The Nines

Blvd & Bond

Oak Row Apartments

Extended Stay America Boston - Saugus

Gables University Station

The Abby

Residences @ Malden Station
Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Boston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Boston Studio Apartments | $2,662 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Boston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,596 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
Boston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,129 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Boston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,096 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Boston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,282 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Boston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,923 | $825 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Boston, MA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
86 / 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 Boston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Boston?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Boston is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,150.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Boston Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Boston is $4,331.
What is the largest Short-term Boston Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Boston is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,900 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for Boston Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Boston is currently at 654 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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.