
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Needham Heights Neighborhood of Needham, MA from $1,500 (26 Rentals)
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63 Oak St

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The Kendrick

210 Hillside Ave

1208 Greendale Ave

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1619 Centre St, Unit Centre St Garden Apartment
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18 Lincoln St, Unit 2

12 Lincoln St

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287 Elliot St, Unit 287-12

383 Langley Rd, Unit apt 5 a

25 Bayard St

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198 Concord St, Unit 16
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391 Langley Rd, Unit 1

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391 Langley Rd

36 Willow St

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200 Sumner St

Ardemore At Wellesley

280 Boylston St
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Concord Street Apartments

10 Lincoln St

85 Norwood Ave

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Lincoln Street Apartments

1932 Washington St
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378 A Boylston St

276 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 | $2,918 | $2,614 | $3,815 |
| Needham Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $1,550 | $4,926 |
| Needham Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,099 | $2,400 | $5,771 |
| Needham Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,927 | $3,300 | $7,926 |
| Needham Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,041 | $4,200 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 26 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 $2,640. 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 | $2,640 |
| The Nines | A | Studio,1BA | $2,682 |
| Chestnut Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom Senior Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| The Aven at Newton Highlands | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham Heights, MA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Needham Heights area is the $0.30 price per square foot 200 Sumner St Model at 200 Sumner St in the in the Thompsonville neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Needham Heights apartment is the 27 Gammons Rd Model at 27 Gammons Rd starting at $12,000 with a $2.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Sumner St | 200 Sumner St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 23 Thurston Rd, Unit 1 | 23 Thurston Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.40 |
| 209-211 Langley Rd, Unit 209 | 209-211 Langley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Charles River Landing | Plan I (B2B) | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| 9 Keefe Ave, Unit 1 | 9 Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 9 Keefe Ave | 9 Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 36 Bernard St, Unit NA | 36 Bernard St | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 391 Langley Rd | 391 Langley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 287 Elliot St, Unit 287-12 | 287 Elliot St | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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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 $2,640.
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 $2,800 at Chestnut Hollow 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 Nines and starts from $7,463.
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