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Newton Center, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Newton Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
35 Orkney Rdstudios, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton Center, MA and Nearby

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newton Center area is the $0.23 price per square foot 39 Nottinghill Rd Model at 39 Nottinghill Rd, Unit 2 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Newton Center apartment is the 22 Shepard St Model at 22 Shepard St, Unit B starting at $1,800 with a $0.18 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
39 Nottinghill Rd, Unit 239 Nottinghill Rd1BR,2BA$0.23
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
29 Fayette St, Unit 229 Fayette St1BR,1BA$0.21
549 Washington St, Unit 1549 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.22
24 Orkney Rd, Unit C24 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
61-63 Surrey St, Unit 161-63 Surrey St2BR,1BA$0.21
21 Orkney Rd, Unit 521 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
5 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 2-45 Chestnut Hill AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 2-45 Chestnut Hill AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 277 Chiswick Rd1BR,1BA$0.21

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Getting Around Newton Center, MA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 35 Orkney Rd listed at $1,850.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Newton Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Newton Center Apartment is $2,075 at 35 Orkney Rd.

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 $2,400 at 35 Orkney Rd.

What is the most affordable Newton Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Newton Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 35 Orkney Rd and starts from $2,700.

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