
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA from $1,600 (85 Rentals)
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20 Highland Terrace

63 Oak St

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The Kendrick

22 High St

100 Rosemary Way, Unit 210, Unit 210

210 Hillside Ave

15 Oak St

1459-1461 VFW Pky

Parkway 1208
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58 Bryon Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

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14 Elliot Ter

11 Walnut Hill Rd

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91 Spring St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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91 Spring St

1143 Beacon St, Unit 1, Unit 1

97 Spring St

25 Bayard St

18 Lincoln St, Unit 2

270 Grove St, Unit 5
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282 Grove St, Unit 9, Unit 9

775 Lagrange St

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8 Mechanic St

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53 Wyman St

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286 Grove St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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262 Lake Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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15 Westgate Rd

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31 Westgate Rd, Unit 5, Unit 5

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16 Lafayette Rd

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1595 Commonwealth Ave
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35 Westgate Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3

165 Grove B2 Grv

8 Summer St

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Linden Apartments

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34 Bryon Rd

30 Alaric St

199 Gardner St, Unit 205

99 Needham St, Unit 2135

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The Aven at Newton Highlands
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50 Gardner St

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416 Baker St

199 Gardner St, Unit 313

199 Gardner St, Unit 310

93 Cass St

19-21 Virgil Rd

202 Baker St, Unit 1

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66 Bryon Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4

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66 Bryon Rd, Unit #4, Unit #4

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70 Church St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Needham Studio Apartments | $2,950 | $1,725 | $3,610 |
| Cheap Needham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $1,790 | $4,926 |
| Cheap Needham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,018 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Needham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,861 | $3,200 | $9,479 |
| Cheap Needham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,707 | $3,500 | $5,400 |
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Cheapest Available Needham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Needham, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkway 1208 in the Oak Hill neighborhood priced from $1,790. Lincoln Street Apartments in the Oak Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Needham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway 1208 | One Bedroom- 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Lincoln Street Apartments | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Kendrick | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Needham area is the $0.24 price per square foot 262 Lake Ave Model at 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Oak Hill neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Needham apartment is the 2044 Beacon St Model at 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 starting at $5,400 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Wellesley Hills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 | 262 Lake Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 2044 Beacon St | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| 1143 Beacon St, Unit #2 | 1143 Beacon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 829 Chestnut St | 829 Chestnut St | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.36 |
| 77 Hartford St, Unit #1 | 77 Hartford St | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| New Falls Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.24 |
| 416 Baker St | 416 Baker St | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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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 The Kendrick listed at $2,445.
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 lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Needham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Needham is starting from $2,776 at New Falls Apartments.
What is the most affordable Needham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Needham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kendrick and starts from $5,220.
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