Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA from $700 (88 Rentals)

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property at 101 Walker St

$1,650

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$1,650

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101 Walker St

NewtonMA02460
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143 Walnut St, Unit Studio
$1,800
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$1,800

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143 Walnut St, Unit Studio

143 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460
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property at 143 Walnut St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

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143 Walnut St

NewtonMA02460
property at 73 Charlesbank Rd

$1,800 - $2,850

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$1,800

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Available Sep 1

73 Charlesbank Rd

NewtonMA02458
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Haywood House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Haywood House

106 Kennedy CirNewton, MA 02458
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property at 119 Brown St

$850

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$850

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5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

119 Brown St

WalthamMA02453

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1
$1,350
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$1,350

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$1,350
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

3 Winship PlBoston, MA 02135
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26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2
$1,350
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$1,350

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$1,350
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26 Lake Shore Ter, Unit 2

26 Lake Shore TerBoston, MA 02135
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Vinal Street Apartments
$1,550 - $2,150
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$1,550 - $2,150

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Vinal Street Apartments

10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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119 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6
$1,625
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$1,625

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119 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6

119 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3
$1,700
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$1,700

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1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3

1460 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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property at 35 Chestnut Hill Ave

$1,600 - $1,700

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30 Gardner Rd
$1,800 - $2,000
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$1,800 - $2,000

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$1,800 - $2,000
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30 Gardner Rd

30 Gardner RdBrookline, MA 02445
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57 Broadlawn Park, Unit 19B
$1,800
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$1,800

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$1,800
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57 Broadlawn Park, Unit 19B

57 Broadlawn ParkBoston College, MA 02467
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/18/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $850 to $12,800 with an overall median price of $6,901. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Newton Highlands at $2,100, Auburndale at $850, and West Newton at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Newton Highlands$5,413$2,10032
Auburndale$5,500$85037
West Newton$5,700$85075
Newton Center$5,900$1,65064
Newton Lower Falls$5,900$95065
Newtonville$6,995$1,65033
Thompsonville$7,000$2,1958
Oak Hill$12,800$1,80020

Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $0.21 price per square foot 42 Long Ave Model at 42 Long Ave, Unit 2 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the 19 Claymoss Rd Model at 19 Claymoss Rd, Unit 88-10 starting at $2,175 with a $0.22 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.
42 Long Ave, Unit 242 Long Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
19 Claymoss Rd, Unit 88-1019 Claymoss RdStudio ,1BA$0.22
92 Gordon St92 Gordon St1BR,1BA$0.22
1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 31460 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.17
593 Cambridge St593 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
317 Allston St317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A132 Sutherland Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
120 Brainerd Rd, Unit 3120 Brainerd Rd1BR,1BA$0.21

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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.

Newton, MA
Population: 88,904

Ranked #374

in US Census Population by City

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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 Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,200.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Newton Apartment is $1,790 at Parkway 1208.

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