1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA (72 Rentals)

Charles River Landing

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275 2nd Ave
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Oak Row Apartments

1459-1461 VFW Pky
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268 Grove St, Unit 2-A

100 Needham St, Unit #2

1020 Chestnut St, Unit Grdn

1020 Chestnut St, Unit G
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36 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 2

497 Boylston St, Unit 003

24 State St

5 Seaward Rd
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80 Bridge St

25 Bayard St

36 Pennsylvania Ave

996 Chestnut St

24 Mullen Ct

45 Spring St
Needham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Needham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Needham Studio Apartments | $4,032 | $1,750 | $8,576 |
Needham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,657 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
Needham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,148 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
Needham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,133 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Needham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,733 | $3,600 | $6,500 |
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Largest Available Needham 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Needham, MA is found at The Nines in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood and is 988 square feet priced from $3,658. Woodland Station Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 968 square feet and currently listed start at $4,683. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Needham:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Nines | H | 988 Sq Ft | $3,658 |
Woodland Station Apartments | The Beaconsfield | 968 Sq Ft | $4,683 |
Charles River Landing | Plan B (A1B) | 965 Sq Ft | $3,214 |
The Aven at Newton Highlands | A9 | 912 Sq Ft | $3,359 |
Highland Park | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 884 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
Oak Row Apartments | Holly | 786 Sq Ft | $2,807 |
Parkway Apartments | A03 | 768 Sq Ft | $2,753 |
The Kendrick | A6 | 765 Sq Ft | $3,070 |
Cheapest Available Needham 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Needham, MA is the A1M Model starting from $2,200 at Lincoln Street Apartments in the Oak Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Needham 1 Bedroom is the A03 Model at Parkway Apartments starting at $2,753 in the East Dedham neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Needham is currently $3,657. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Needham:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Lincoln Street Apartments | A1M | $2,200 |
Parkway Apartments | A03 | $2,753 |
Oak Row Apartments | Holly | $2,807 |
Chestnut Hollow Apartments | 1 Bedroom Senior Apartment | $2,850 |
The Kendrick | A1 | $2,893 |
The Nines | B | $2,927 |
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Getting Around Needham, MA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
26 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Needham Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Needham with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Needham is at Lincoln Street Apartments listed at $2,200.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Needham Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Needham is $3,657.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Needham Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Needham is a 988 square feet unit starting from $3,658 at The Nines.
What is the average size for Needham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Needham is currently 550 sq ft.
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