Furnished Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA (216 Rentals)
Rental terms in East Cambridge as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
Apartments for rent in East Cambridge, complete with furniture included - Beds, tables, chairs and more - Ready for move-in!

345 Harrison

Station Landing Apartments

The Towers at Longfellow

Elevate

The West End Apartments
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195 Binney St, Unit FL1-ID1144

154 Broadway, Unit FL2-ID1108

45 Carlton St, Unit FL-1-ID909

632 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL6-ID766

5 Ward St, Unit FL3-ID1076

300 Somerville Ave, Unit FL1-ID964

285 Third St, Unit FL1-ID714

91 Perkins St, Unit FL1-ID802
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47 Bishop Allen Dr, Unit FL4-ID615

150 Huntington Ave, Unit FL3-ID1171

400 Mystic Ave, Unit FL3-ID366

334 Harvard St, Unit FL2-ID90

1350 Boylston St, Unit FL8-ID1116

152 Liverpool St, Unit FL2-ID1125

196 Salem St, Unit FL5-ID1079

40 Boylston St, Unit FL3-ID1083

26 Worcester Square, Unit FL1-ID938

101 Canal St, Unit FL7-ID812

45 Stuart St, Unit FL24-ID628

135 Clarendon St, Unit FL4-ID412

300 Harrison Ave, Unit FL4-ID554

89 E Dedham St, Unit FL7-ID494

125 Salem St, Unit FL3-ID452

120 Kingston St, Unit FL8-ID245

791 Tremont St, Unit FL3-ID357

85 Myrtle St, Unit FL3-ID234

199 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL4-ID284

Bowdoin School

Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi

88 Ames St, Unit FL14-ID43

5 Columbia St, Unit FL4-ID312

425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL3-ID313

425 Massachusetts Ave, Unit FL2-ID314

780 Boylston St, Unit FL8-ID60
East Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,712 | $1,713 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,354 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,012 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,769 | $975 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,261 | $825 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,984 | $875 | $10,000+ |
East Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,319 | $700 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around East Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
78 / 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 East Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in East Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in East Cambridge is at 17 Kenneson Rd listed at $1,150.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term East Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in East Cambridge is $4,549.
What is the largest Short-term East Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in East Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $3,100 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
What is the average size for East Cambridge Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in East Cambridge is currently at 662 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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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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.