
Short Term Lease Luxury Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA (258 Rentals)
Rental terms in Cambridge as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
The most luxurious Apartments in Cambridge with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Tempo Cambridge

The Residences of University Park

Atmark Cambridge

Lofts at Kendall Square

One65 Main

Market Central
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

Zinc

603 Concord

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

Elevate

Walden Park

Park77

50 Kinnaird St, Unit FL2-ID1154

195 Binney St, Unit FL1-ID1144

33 Rogers St, Unit FL3-ID1157

425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL3-ID881

632 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL6-ID766

929 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL11-ID518

17 Forest St, Unit FL3-ID65

18 Forest St, Unit FL1-ID339

7 Cameron Ave, Unit FL1-ID319

29 Concord Avenue, Unit 5th floor studio

425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL2-ID314

5 Columbia St, Unit FL4-ID312

17 Forest St, Unit FL3-ID185

19 Forest St, Unit FL3-ID344

19 Forest St, Unit FL3-ID345

17 Forest St, Unit FL2-ID64

425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL3-ID313

50 Rogers St

33 Rogers St

240 Sidney St

425 Massachusetts Ave

22 Water St

129 Franklin St

21 Charles St

5 Glassworks Ave

23 Sidney St
Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,669 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,730 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,278 | $1,075 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,238 | $250 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,282 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,001 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
72 / 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 Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is at 490 Washington St listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is $4,405.
What is the largest Short-term Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for Cambridge Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Cambridge is currently at 651 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.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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.