
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA from $1,300 (40 Rentals)
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Charles River Landing

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16 Indiana Ter, Unit 16

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287 Elliot St, Unit 12

1459-1461 VFW Pky

Parkway 1208

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1143 Beacon St
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979 Chestnut St

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979 Chestnut St

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66 Bryon Rd, Unit #1

2089 Centre St

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214 Spring St, Unit 2

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31 Westgate Rd, Unit 1

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268 Grove St, Unit 2-A

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8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F
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1026 Chestnut St, Unit 2A

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1026 Chestnut St, Unit 2A

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Parkway Apartments

New Falls Apartments

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262 Lake Ave, Unit 3

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46 Ober Rd, Unit #46

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45 Wyman St, Unit 2C
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15 Westgate Rd

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31 Westgate Rd, Unit 5

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250 Spring St, Unit 29

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1024 Chestnut St, Unit 2A

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14 Abbott St, Unit 3

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1024 Chestnut St, Unit B

1026 Chestnut St

1139 Beacon St
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36 Sunhill Ln

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2319 Centre St, Unit 1

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50 Gardner St, Unit 32
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Needham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Needham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Needham Studio Apartments | $2,900 | $1,725 | $3,715 |
| Cheap Needham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,047 | $1,700 | $9,023 |
| Cheap Needham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,821 | $2,100 | $9,780 |
| Cheap Needham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,762 | $3,000 | $7,404 |
| Cheap Needham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,975 | $3,400 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available Needham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Needham, MA is a Studio unit found at 1459-1461 VFW Pky in the East Dedham neighborhood priced from $1,725. Parkway 1208 in the Oak Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Needham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Parkway 1208 | One Bedroom- 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Charles River Landing | Plan A (A1A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,306 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Needham area is the $0.23 price per square foot 8 Mechanic St Model at 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F in the in the Oak Hill neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Needham apartment is the 262 Lake Ave Model at 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,395 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Oak Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Needham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F | 8 Mechanic St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 | 262 Lake Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 45 Wyman St, Unit 2C | 45 Wyman St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 53 Wyman St, Unit A-11 | 53 Wyman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A | 16 Lafayette Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 19 Kippy Dr, Unit 1 | 19 Kippy Dr | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 45 Wyman St, Unit #3 | 45 Wyman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 19 Kippy Dr | 19 Kippy Dr | 3BR,2BA | $0.32 |
| 102 Erie Ave, Unit NA | 102 Erie Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.34 |
| 16 Indiana Ter, Unit 16 | 16 Indiana Ter | 5BR,3BA | $0.48 |
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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
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 Cheap Needham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Needham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Needham is at 1459-1461 VFW Pky listed at $1,725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Needham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Needham Apartment is $1,790 at Parkway 1208.
What is the most affordable Needham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Needham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Row Apartments and starts from $4,231.
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.

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