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    Sleek General Electric Appliance suite at Oriole Landing, Lincoln, MA, 01773 Spacious bedrooms with gorgeous natural light exposure at Oriole Landing, Lincoln
    4.0
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    1 Mary's Way, Lincoln, MA 01773
    Available
    1 BED $3,583+
    2 BEDS $4,150
    Sleek General Electric Appliance suite at Oriole Landing, Lincoln, MA, 01773 Spacious bedrooms with gorgeous natural light exposure at Oriole Landing, Lincoln Interior amenity photo at Oriole Landing, Lincoln, MA, 01773 Fitness Center Treadmills and Bikes at Oriole Landing, Massachusetts, 01773
    Property reviews
    4.5/5 Anonymous on Jan 2, 2025

    Our experience living at Oriole Landing has been positive overall. In terms of opportunities for improvement, the overall experience in the hallways is not warm and welcoming. Also, the WIFI does not work in the gym.

    4.5/5 Anonymous on Apr 1, 2024

    Wonderful place to live. Convenient location. Small community feels more like home vs large apartment complex. Pet friendly.

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    Business center with coffee Closet Quincy Commons Apartments
    4.5
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    1 Canton Road #15, Quincy, MA 02171
    Available
    STUDIO $2,337+
    1 BED $2,135+
    2 BEDS $2,872+
    Business center with coffee Closet Quincy Commons Apartments Large closet with shelving at quincy commons Quincy commons pool with apartments in background
    Property reviews
    4.5/5 Anonymous on Jan 6, 2022

    Great rental community, the maintenance staff are awesome very responsive, the staff is very helpful and polite.

  • 108
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    a kitchen with a large center island with a breakfast bar a bedroom with a bed and two windows
    3.5
    Today

    3611 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02130
    Available
    STUDIO $2,286+
    1 BED $2,774+
    2 BEDS $3,458+
    a kitchen with a large center island with a breakfast bar a bedroom with a bed and two windows a room with a table and chairs with a laptop on it a room filled with furniture and a flat screen tv
    Property reviews
    5/5 Chuyang Z. on Oct 5, 2022

    Really good living experience

    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 23, 2022

    Me encanta metro mark!!! Lo recomiendo

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    7 Cameron Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
    1 BED $3,450
    2 BEDS $4,500
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    603 Concord Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,750+
    1 BED $3,350+
    2 BEDS $4,300+
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    77 New Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    STUDIO $2,750
    1 BED $3,350
    2 BEDS $4,250
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    87 New Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
    1 BED $2,900+
    2 BEDS $3,950
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    1 Mary's Way, Lincoln, MA 01773
    1 BED $3,583+
    2 BEDS $4,150
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    1550 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA 02135
    STUDIO $2,597+
    1 BED $2,836+
    2 BEDS $3,602+
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    65 Brainerd Rd,, Allston, MA 02134
    STUDIO $2,507+
    1 BED $3,211+
    2 BEDS $4,240+
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    150 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115
    1 BED $3,300+
    2 BEDS $5,100+
    3 BEDS $6,100+
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    150 St. Botolph Street, Boston, MA 02115
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    2 BEDS Call for pricing
  • 52
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    1 Canton Road #15, Quincy, MA 02171
    STUDIO $2,337+
    1 BED $2,135+
    2 BEDS $2,872+
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    34 Brainard Avenue, Medford, MA 02115
    1 BED $3,064+
    2 BEDS $3,629+
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    300 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02118
    STUDIO $3,347+
    1 BED $3,644+
    2 BEDS $5,063+
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    50 West Broadway, Boston, MA 02127
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,876+
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    50 West Broadway, South Boston, MA 02127
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,876+
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    3611 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02130
    STUDIO $2,286+
    1 BED $2,774+
    2 BEDS $3,458+
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    480 Main St, Malden, MA 02148
    STUDIO $2,560+
    1 BED $2,500+
    2 BEDS $3,370+
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    100 Woodview Way, Watertown, MA 02472
    1 BED $3,033+
    2 BEDS $3,663+
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    845 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02460
    STUDIO $3,010+
    1 BED $3,301+
    2 BEDS $5,191+
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    401 Mount Vernon Street, Boston, MA 02125
    STUDIO $2,597+
    1 BED $2,649+
    2 BEDS $3,915+
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    1 Seven Springs Lane, Burlington, MA 01803
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    55 Cedar Street, Woburn, MA 01801
    1 BED $2,519+
    2 BEDS $2,985+
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    7 Kimball Court, Woburn, MA 01801
    1 BED $2,115+
    2 BEDS $2,911+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a short-term rental in Cambridge, MA?

The price range of a short-term rental is between $2,750 and $5,500.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in Cambridge, MA?

The average Cambridge, MA short-term rental size is 904 sq. ft.

Why rent a short-term rental in Cambridge, MA?

The best part about living in a short-term rental is the lease flexibility that allows you to choose for how long you’ll be renting.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in Cambridge, MA?

Short-term rentals might be more expensive per month than long-term leases. Some short-term apartments are furnished and may include the cost of utilities as well.

Look for short term rentals near me

Looking for short-term apartments nearby? This option is ideal if you want to stay in the area, or you’re still looking for something more stable and don’t want to make any permanent decisions yet. Or, simply put, renting short-term fits your lifestyle better. With RentCafe you can now browse short-term apartments near you and compare price, size, location and real reviews from verified residents in your area to see which short-term apartment would suit you best.

You can browse available short-term listings and find your options in any location, whether you’re looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city. Just choose the location you want, close to whatever is of interest for you, and we’ll take it from there!

Renting a short-term apartment in Cambridge, MA

If you’re in Cambridge, MA for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in Cambridge before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in Cambridge, MA is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

There’s more to the world

Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!

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