Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA from $300 (57 Rentals)

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84 Walker St, Unit 1 - room
$1,200
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$1,200

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$1,200
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84 Walker St, Unit 1 - room

84 Walker StNewton, MA 02460
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112 Newtonville Ave
$1,250
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$1,250

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$1,250
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112 Newtonville Ave

112 Newtonville AveNewton, MA 02458
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287 Elliot St, Unit 12
$1,700
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$1,700

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$1,700
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287 Elliot St, Unit 12

287 Elliot StNewton, MA 02464
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40 Sumner St, Unit 40 Sumner Street
$1,850
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$1,850

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$1,850
Studio Apartment Available Now

40 Sumner St, Unit 40 Sumner Street

40 Sumner StNewton, MA 02459
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36 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 2
$1,900
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$1,900

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$1,900
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36 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 2

36 Pennsylvania AveNewton, MA 02464
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Haywood House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Haywood House

106 Kennedy CirNewton, MA 02458
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property at 106 Addington Rd

106 Addington Rd

BrooklineMA02445
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192 Washington St, Unit 1
$1,000
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$1,000

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$1,000
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1

192 Washington St, Unit 1

192 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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6 Bradford Rd, Unit 6 Bradford
$1,600
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$1,600

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$1,600
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1

6 Bradford Rd, Unit 6 Bradford

6 Bradford RdWellesley, MA 02481
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104 Adams St, Unit 8
$1,850
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$1,850

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$1,850
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104 Adams St, Unit 8

104 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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62 Bedford St, Unit 1
$1,850
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$1,850

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$1,850
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62 Bedford St, Unit 1

62 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 5
$1,900
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$1,900

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$1,900
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22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 5

22 Chiswick RdBoston, MA 02135
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Weinberg House: 62+ Senior
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Weinberg House: 62+ Senior

132 Chestnut Hill AveBrighton, MA 02135
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220 - 236 Kelton St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

220 - 236 Kelton St

220-236 Kelton StAllston, MA 02134
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61-63 Moraine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

61-63 Moraine St

61-63 Moraine StBelmont, MA 02478
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Ardemore At Wellesley
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ardemore At Wellesley

4-6 Cedar StWellesley, MA 02481
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA

Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $1,080 to $12,000 with an overall median price of $7,478. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Oak Hill at $2,195, Auburndale at $1,900, and Thompsonville at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Oak Hill$3,614$2,19515
Auburndale$5,400$1,90060
Thompsonville$5,892$2,10017
Newtonville$7,150$1,20059
Newton Center$7,275$1,200181
West Newton$10,000$1,080135
Newton Highlands$10,250$1,70065
Newton Lower Falls$10,250$1,60098

Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,175
1459-1461 VFW PkyStudioStudio,1BA$1,725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $0.19 price per square foot 592 Cambridge St Model at 592 Cambridge St, Unit 11 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the 64 Woodstock Ave Model at 64 Woodstock Ave, Unit 4 starting at $1,895 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
592 Cambridge St, Unit 11592 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.19
64 Woodstock Ave, Unit 464 Woodstock AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
7 Barrows St, Unit 7B7 Barrows StStudio ,1BA$0.19
90 Brainerd Rd, Unit 690 Brainerd RdStudio ,1BA$0.19
166 Kelton St, Unit 36166 Kelton StStudio ,1BA$0.19
2016 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 22016 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
99 Warren St, Unit 1699 Warren StStudio ,1BA$0.17
1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 121440 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.19
67 Gordon St, Unit 567 Gordon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 522 Chiswick RdStudio ,1BA$0.19

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Newton Overview

If you are looking for a great place to live and work, then you have probably heard about Newton, MA. There are lots of individuals and families who are flocking to Newton, MA to call this place home. Located just west of Boston, it is known for its friendly people, temperate climate, and proximity to the ocean. If you are interested in living in apartments in Newton, MA, then learn more about this beautiful city below! See if there are Newton apartments that are right for you!

Why live in Newton, MA?

There are a number of major reasons why so many people are flocking to Newton, MA to call this place home. The biggest reason is that Newton, MA is close to Boston, providing residents with plenty of job opportunities, however, those who decide to live in Newton, MA do not have to pay the high prices that Boston has when it comes to property and rent. When this is combined with the friendly people, delicious food, and proximity to the ocean, it is easy to see why so many people are deciding to call Newton, MA home.

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Getting Around Newton, MA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Newton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Newton is at Residences at Brighton Marine listed at $570.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Newton Apartment is $593 at Residences at Brighton Marine.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Newton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newton is starting from $1,600 at Residences at Brighton Marine.

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