Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in East Cambridge, MA (298 Rentals)

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

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Harborview at the Navy Yard
Short Term Available
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3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Harborview at the Navy Yard

250 1st AveCharlestown, MA 02129
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Fenway Triangle
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6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Fenway Triangle

180 Brookline AveBoston, MA 02215
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One India Street Apartments
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One India Street Apartments

1 India StBoston, MA 02109
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The Residences on Broadway
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The Residences on Broadway

50 W West B...Boston, MA 02127
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Mezzo Design Lofts
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Mezzo Design Lofts

30 Caldwell StCharlestown, MA 02129
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Market Central
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Market Central

425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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Zinc
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Zinc

22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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Elevate
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Elevate

One Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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Auburn Court
Short Term Available
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Auburn Court

One Brookline PlCambridge, MA 02139
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The Sudbury
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The Sudbury

100 Sudbury StBoston, MA 02114
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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Clippership Apartments on the Wharf
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Clippership Apartments on the Wharf

63 Lewis StBoston, MA 02128
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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

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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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 19 Berkshire St listed at $1,275.

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 $4,468.

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 $2,900 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 640 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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