Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA (431 Rentals)

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Tempo Cambridge
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Tempo Cambridge

203 Concord TpkeCambridge, MA 02140
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Atmark Cambridge
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Atmark Cambridge

80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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Market Central
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Market Central

425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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Fuse
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Fuse

165 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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Zinc
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Zinc

22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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Park87
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Park87

87 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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603 Concord
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603 Concord

603 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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Elevate
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Elevate

One Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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Auburn Court
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Auburn Court

One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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Park77
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Park77

77 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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7 Cameron
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7 Cameron

7 Cameron AveCambridge, MA 02140
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256 Hurley St
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256 Hurley St

256 Hurley StCambridge, MA 02141
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Cambridge Overview

Firmly located in the greater Boston region, Cambridge is a gem of the proud state of Massachusetts. Home to both Harvard University and MIT, this scholarly destination is known for so much more than higher learning, making it an ideal locale in which to raise a family or embark on a career.

Why live in Cambridge, MA?

"Basking in history and home to ""the most innovative square mile on the planet"" (Kendall Square), Cambridge rentals have much to offer and have become highly sought-after pieces of property. Ivy league college students flock to the area, given its home to Harvard, and the greater Boston job market is just a short rail ride away. When it comes to life in a Massachusetts city, Cambridge simply hits the mark on all counts."

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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

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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 2 Sherman St, A listed at $800.

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

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is $3,528.

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 $2,900 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 537 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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