Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA from $700 (148 Rentals)

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property at 13 Nonantum Pl

$1,700

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13 Nonantum Pl

NewtonMA02458
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Haywood House
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Haywood House

106 Kennedy CirNewton, MA 02458
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property at 19 Union St

$1,250

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$1,250

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19 Union St

NeedhamMA02494
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1
$1,350
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$1,350

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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1, Unit 1

3 Winship PlBoston, 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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$1,550 - $2,150
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Vinal Street Apartments

10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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property at 10-12-12 Maple St

$1,650

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$1,650

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10-12-12 Maple St

WalthamMA02453
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99 Warren St
$1,725 - $2,175
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$1,725 - $2,175

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$1,725 - $2,175
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99 Warren St

99 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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property at 76 Euston Rd

$1,775

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$1,775

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$1,775

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76 Euston Rd

BostonMA02135

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property at 113 Nottinghill Rd

$1,800

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$1,800

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113 Nottinghill Rd

BostonMA02135
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17 Price Rd
$1,800 - $2,800
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$1,800 - $2,800

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17 Price Rd

17 Price RdBoston, MA 02134
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593 Cambridge St
$1,825 - $1,975
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$1,825 - $1,975

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$1,825 - $1,975
Studio Apartment Available Jun 1

593 Cambridge St

593 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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75 Euston Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4
$1,850
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$1,850

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$1,850
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75 Euston Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4

75 Euston RdBoston, MA 02135
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116 Warren St
$1,850 - $2,700
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$1,850 - $2,700

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$1,850 - $2,700
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116 Warren St

116 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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153 Kelton St
$1,895 - $2,025
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$1,895 - $2,025

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$1,895 - $2,025
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153 Kelton St

153 Kelton StBoston, MA 02134
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592 Cambridge St
$1,895 - $2,125
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$1,895 - $2,125

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$1,895 - $2,125
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592 Cambridge St

592 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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Rosemary Lake Apartments
$1,900 - $3,700
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$1,900 - $3,700

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Rosemary Lake Apartments

187 Rosemary StNeedham, MA 02494
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property at 20 Highland Terrace

$1,925

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$1,925

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$1,925

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20 Highland Terrace

NeedhamMA02494
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83 Gordon St
$1,925 - $2,450
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$1,925 - $2,450

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$1,925 - $2,450
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83 Gordon St

83 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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90 Brainerd Rd
$1,925 - $1,950
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$1,925 - $1,950

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$1,925 - $1,950
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90 Brainerd Rd

90 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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91 Gordon St
$1,925 - $2,200
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$1,925 - $2,200

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91 Gordon St

91 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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Newton, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA

Pricing Updated: 05/04/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $1,080 to $22,500 with an overall median price of $12,249. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Newton Lower Falls at $2,250, Thompsonville at $2,250, and Newton Center at $1,080. 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 Lower Falls$6,500$2,2504
Thompsonville$7,500$2,25020
Newton Center$9,500$1,08080
Newton Highlands$9,998$2,15024
West Newton$9,998$1,72553
Oak Hill$14,500$2,00026
Auburndale$17,500$1,15038
Newtonville$22,500$1,72515

Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Newton, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood priced from $1,175. Vinal Street Apartments in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Vinal Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Parkway 1208One Bedroom- 60%1BR,1BA$1,790

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA

As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $0.21 price per square foot 9 Woodstock Ave Model at 9 Woodstock Ave in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the 90 Brainerd Rd Model at 90 Brainerd Rd starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 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.
9 Woodstock Ave9 Woodstock AveStudio ,1BA$0.21
90 Brainerd Rd90 Brainerd RdStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
67 Gordon St67 Gordon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
87 Gordon St87 Gordon StStudio ,1BA$0.21
28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit 628 Sidlaw Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
152 Strathmore Rd, Unit 1152 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
12 Brock St, Unit #412 Brock St1BR,1BA$0.21
1683 Beacon St, Unit #1G1683 Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18

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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 $1,175.

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.

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 $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.

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