
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Needham Heights Neighborhood of Needham, MA from $1,600 (48 Rentals)
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20 Highland Terrace

63 Oak St

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The Kendrick

22 High St

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Charles River Landing

100 Rosemary Way, Unit 210, Unit 210

210 Hillside Ave

15 Oak St
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14 Elliot Ter

11 Walnut Hill Rd

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383 Langley Rd, Unit 3831, Unit 3831

1143 Beacon St, Unit 1, Unit 1

25 Bayard St

18 Lincoln St, Unit 2

270 Grove St, Unit 5

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282 Grove St, Unit 9, Unit 9

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8 Mechanic St
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391 Langley Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

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286 Grove St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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53 Wyman St

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262 Lake Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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16 Lafayette Rd

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33 Paul St

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200 Sumner St

295 Commonwealth Ave

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The Aven at Newton Highlands
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99 Needham St, Unit 2135

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1143 Beacon St, Unit #2, Unit #2

268 Grove St, Unit 10, Unit 10

264 Grove St, Unit 8

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268 Grove St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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15 Bemis Rd, Unit Apt #4, Unit Apt #4

312 Washington St, Unit 3-2

288 Grove St

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1 Kenrick St, Unit B

266 Grove St, Unit 4

Ardemore At Wellesley

Concord Street Apartments

12 Lincoln St

Golda Meir House 62+ Senior Housing

Lincoln Street Apartments

250 Grove St

1932 Washington St
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200 Gardner St

250 Hammond Pond Pkwy

290 Grove St
Needham Heights, Needham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Needham Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Needham Heights Studio Apartments | $2,947 | $2,200 | $3,590 |
| Needham Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,209 | $1,900 | $4,926 |
| Needham Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,067 | $2,395 | $5,801 |
| Needham Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,776 | $3,200 | $9,479 |
| Needham Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,835 | $4,200 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Needham Heights Neighborhood of Needham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Needham Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Needham Heights area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Street Apartments priced from $2,250. The Kendrick has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,445. Here are the most affordable Needham Heights apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Street Apartments | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Kendrick | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,445 |
| The Aven at Newton Highlands | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,607 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham Heights, MA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Needham Heights 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 Heights 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 Heights 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 |
| 77 Hartford St, Unit #1 | 77 Hartford St | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| 209-211 Langley Rd, Unit 209 | 209-211 Langley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| New Falls Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.24 |
| 391 Langley Rd, Unit 2 | 391 Langley Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Needham Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Needham Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Needham Heights is at The Kendrick listed at $2,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Needham Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Needham Heights Apartment is $2,250 at Lincoln Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Needham Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Needham Heights is starting from $2,776 at New Falls Apartments.
What is the most affordable Needham Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Needham Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kendrick and starts from $5,220.
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