
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton Center, MA from $900 (49 Rentals)
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272 Faneuil St, Unit 2

14 Wallingford Rd, Unit 1

14 Wallingford Rd, Unit 1

14 Wallingford Rd, Unit 2

14 Wallingford Rd, Unit 2

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15 Radnor Rd, Unit 1

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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01

1729 Commonwealth Ave
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59 Strathmore Rd

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

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26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2

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129 Chiswick Rd, Unit Provate Room 6A

10 Bigelow St, Unit 1

10 Bigelow St, Unit 2

10 Bigelow St, Unit 1

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15 Orkney Rd

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1845 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 33
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1851 Commonwealth Ave

101 Walker St

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1860 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 36

57 S Hobart St, Unit B

35 Chestnut Hill Ave

143 Walnut St

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143 Walnut St, Unit Studio

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57 Broadlawn Park, Unit 19B

73 Charlesbank Rd
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26 Embassy Rd, Unit 26

35 Orkney Rd

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141 Englewood Ave

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57 Oak Square Ave

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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11

44 Orkney Rd

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193 Strathmore Rd

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5 Lothian Rd

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
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70 Strathmore Rd, Unit 11A

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3 Lothian Rd

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49 Winship St

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193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10

18 Silver Lake Ave

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2018 Commonwealth Avenue

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2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4

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1844 Commonwealth Ave

2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4
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Newton Center, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newton Center?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Center Studio Apartments | $2,655 | $1,595 | $9,801 |
| Newton Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $950 | $9,680 |
| Newton Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Newton Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,753 | $1,350 | $9,668 |
| Newton Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,331 | $1,050 | $9,600 |
| Newton Center 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,381 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Newton Center 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,832 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton Center, MA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newton Center area is the $0.22 price per square foot 2018 Commonwealth Avenue Model at 2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 23 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Newton Center apartment is the 153 Foster St Model at 153 Foster St, Unit 1 starting at $2,295 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 23 | 2018 Commonwealth Avenue | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 153 Foster St, Unit 1 | 153 Foster St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 61 Selkirk Rd, Unit 10 | 61 Selkirk Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 62 Brock St, Unit 2 | 62 Brock St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A | 132 Sutherland Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 12 Gerald Rd, Unit 24 | 12 Gerald Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 7 Lothian Rd, Unit 3 | 7 Lothian Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 198 Strathmore Rd, Unit 3 | 198 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1 | 258 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newton Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Newton Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Newton Center is at Hamilton Place listed at $2,100.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Newton Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newton Center is starting from $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.
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