Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Central Square Neighborhood of Cambridge, MA (90 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the Central Square area of Cambridge as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Market Central
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Short Term Available
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Market Central

425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
Eco-Friendly
  • Verified
  • Customer Reviewed
  • Utilities Included
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Auburn Court
Short Term Available
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4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Mo
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Auburn Court

One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
Student Housing
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  • Low Income
  • Matterport 3D Tour
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
Furnished
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  • Utilities Included
  • Smoke Free

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Square, Cambridge, MA

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Cambridge, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Central Square, Cambridge, MA

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Getting Around the Central Square Neighborhood in Cambridge, MA

Walk Score®

99 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 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 Central Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Central Square?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Central Square is at Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.

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

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Central Square is $4,123.

What is the largest Short-term Central Square Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Central Square is a 2,062 square feet unit starting from $3,312 at The Residences of University Park.

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

The average size for a Short-term rental in Central Square is currently at 648 sq ft.

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