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18 Lincoln St, Unit 2

116 Spring St, Unit C8

58 Bryon Rd, Unit 1

312 Washington St, Unit 1-6

1932 Washington St

31 Westgate Rd, Unit 1

210 Hillside Ave
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41 Westgate Rd

50 Bryon Rd, Unit 6

30 Alaric St

199 Gardner St, Unit 209

199 Gardner St, Unit 205

199 Gardner St, Unit 310

197 Gardner St, Unit 114

116 Floral St
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199 Gardner St, Unit 218

15 Oak St

6 Alaric Terrace

85 Gardner St

199 Gardner St, Unit 410

199 Gardner St, Unit 406

199 Gardner St, Unit 418

199 Gardner St, Unit 217
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199 Gardner St, Unit 213

131 Gardner St, Unit 408

21 Heldun St, Unit 21 Heldun 2

199 Gardner St, Unit 211

199 Gardner St, Unit 415

199 Gardner St, Unit 311

199 Gardner St, Unit 212

199 Gardner St, Unit 317
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199 Gardner St, Unit 419

199 Gardner St, Unit 417

199 Gardner St, Unit 411

199 Gardner St, Unit 414

757 Highland Ave, Unit 222N

757 Highland Ave, Unit 122N

202 Baker St, Unit 2

199 Gardner St, Unit 115
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199 Gardner St, Unit 112
Needham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Needham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Needham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,994 | $2,500 | $8,500 |
| Needham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,872 | $3,150 | $8,600 |
| Needham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,766 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Needham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,708 | $6,200 | $10,000+ |
| Needham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,825 | $5,650 | $10,000+ |
| Needham 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Parkway 1208 | One Bedroom- 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| Lincoln Street Apartments | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Linden Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Woodland Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA
As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Needham area is the $2.00 price per square foot 27 Gammons Rd Model at 27 Gammons Rd in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $12,000. The second greatest value Needham apartment is the 20 Oak Ter Model at 20 Oak Ter starting at $4,900 with a $3.06 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 20 Oak Ter | 20 Oak Ter | 3BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| 23 Thurston Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Thurston Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| 44 High St, Unit 1 | 44 High St | 4BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| 9 Keefe Ave, Unit 1 | 9 Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 9 Keefe Ave | 9 Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 52 Alaric St, Unit 3 | 52 Alaric St | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Marshview Place | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 287 Elliot St, Unit 287-12 | 287 Elliot St | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Needham
What type of rentals are currently available in Needham?
There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $35,666. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Needham ranging from $2,000 to $26,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Needham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Needham ranges from $2,000 to $26,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,273.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Needham?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Needham range from $3,300 to $7,463, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,150 to $8,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.
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