Cheap Homes for Rent in Needham Heights Neighborhood of Needham, MA from $2,100 (25 Rentals)

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property at 100 Rosemary Way

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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100 Rosemary Way

NeedhamMA02494

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property at 288 Grove St

$2,650

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$2,650

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$2,650

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Feb 1

288 Grove St

AuburndaleMA02466

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property at 249 Bridge St

$2,775

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$2,775

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$2,775

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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249 Bridge St

DedhamMA02026

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property at 33 Paul St

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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33 Paul St

NewtonMA02459
property at 15 Pennsylvania Ave

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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15 Pennsylvania Ave

NewtonMA02464
property at 28 Woodward St

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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28 Woodward St

NewtonMA02461
property at 116 Floral St

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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116 Floral St

NewtonMA02461

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Needham Heights, Needham, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham Heights, MA

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Needham Heights area is the $0.25 price per square foot 33 Paul St Model at 33 Paul St, Unit 20 in the in the Oak Hill neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Needham Heights apartment is the 16 Lafayette Rd Model at 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A starting at $2,850 with a $0.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
33 Paul St, Unit 2033 Paul St1BR,1BA$0.25
16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A16 Lafayette Rd2BR,1BA$0.29
200 Sumner St, Unit 2B200 Sumner St1BR,1BA$0.25
8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F8 Mechanic St1BR,1BA$0.23
53 Wyman St, Unit A-1153 Wyman St2BR,1BA$0.27
262 Lake Ave, Unit 3262 Lake Ave2BR,1BA$0.24
45 Wyman St, Unit #345 Wyman St2BR,1BA$0.31
1143 Beacon St, Unit #21143 Beacon St2BR,1BA$0.27
282 Grove St, Unit 9282 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.23
286 Grove St, Unit 3286 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Needham Heights, Needham, MA

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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Needham Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Needham Heights?

There are currently 123 Apartments for Rent in Needham Heights, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $12,000. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Needham Heights ranging from $2,100 to $17,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Needham Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Needham Heights ranges from $2,100 to $17,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,943.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Needham Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Needham Heights range from $2,500 to $7,910, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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