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53 Crescent Ave, Unit 53 Crescent Ave.
53 Crescent AveNewton, MA 02459
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28 Austin St
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
979 Chestnut St
NewtonMA02464
1143 Beacon St
NewtonMA02461
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979 Chestnut St
979 Chestnut StNewton, MA 02464
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING
75 Allston StBoston, MA 02134
106 Addington Rd
BrooklineMA02445
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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton
120 Holton StBoston, MA 02135
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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2 Lothian Rd
2 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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148 Washington St, Unit 2
148 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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72 Leicester St
72 Leicester StBoston, MA 02135
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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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152 Winchester St, Unit 1
152 Winchester StBrookline, MA 02446
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$1,225
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166 Allston St, Unit 4
166 Allston StBoston, MA 02134
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$1,550
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104 Warren St, Unit 4
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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12 Nonantum StBoston, MA 02135
140 Church St
WalthamMA02452
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99 Warren St, Unit 16
99 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now1459-1461 VFW Pky
1459-1461 VFW PkyWest Roxbury, MA 02132
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$1,775
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48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23
48 Strathmore RdBoston, MA 02135
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParkway 1208
1208D Vfw PkyWest Roxbury, MA 02132
56-58-143 Harvard St
WalthamMA02453
509 Main St
WalthamMA02452
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87 Gordon St, Unit 12
87 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
76 Euston Rd
BostonMA02135
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$1,850
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141 Englewood Ave
141 Englewood AveBoston, MA 02135
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1880 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #1
1880 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
72 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
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$1,850 - $2,700
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now805 Mount Auburn St
805 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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$1,850 - $5,500
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Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now35 Orkney Rd
35 Orkney RdBoston, MA 02135
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75 Euston Rd, Unit 4
75 Euston RdBoston, MA 02135
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$1,895
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$1,895
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592 Cambridge St, Unit 11
592 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12
1440 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityRosemary Lake Apartments
187 Rosemary StNeedham, MA 02494
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57 Oak Square Ave
57 Oak Square AveBoston, MA 02135
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1700 Beacon St
1700 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02445
33 Gorham St
WalthamMA02453
1 Hilltop Rd
WatertownMA02472
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83 Gordon St, Unit 4
83 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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90 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6
90 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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2016 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2
2016 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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67 Gordon St, Unit 5
67 Gordon StBoston, MA 02134
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11 Beechcroft St, Unit 4
11 Beechcroft StBoston, MA 02135
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2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 33
2018 Commonwealth AvenueBoston, MA 02135
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1411 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 504
1411 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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3 Lothian Rd, Unit 24
3 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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Studio Apartments Available Now2018 Commonwealth Ave
2018 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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87 Gordon St, Unit 2
87 Gordon StBoston, MA 02135
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Newton Studio Apartments | $2,550 | $1,175 | $5,650 |
| Cheap Newton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,818 | $1,050 | $6,573 |
| Cheap Newton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,428 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Newton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,084 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Newton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,919 | $1,225 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,903 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,243 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA
Pricing Updated: 12/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $1,175 to $12,000 with an overall median price of $7,485. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Auburndale at $2,095, Oak Hill at $1,995, and Thompsonville at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Auburndale | $5,400 | $2,095 | 46 |
| Oak Hill | $5,551 | $1,995 | 25 |
| Thompsonville | $5,830 | $1,300 | 16 |
| Newton Center | $6,675 | $1,300 | 127 |
| Newtonville | $6,925 | $1,900 | 57 |
| West Newton | $9,000 | $1,175 | 136 |
| Newton Highlands | $10,250 | $1,300 | 57 |
| Newton Lower Falls | $10,250 | $2,000 | 101 |
Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $0.20 price per square foot 2018 Commonwealth Avenue Model at 2018 Commonwealth Avenue, Unit 33 in the in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the 22 Chiswick Rd Model at 22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton 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 33 | 2018 Commonwealth Avenue | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 11 | 22 Chiswick Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 15 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 15 Walbridge St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 90 Brainerd Rd, Unit 6 | 90 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 2016 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 2 | 2016 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 1440 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 12 | 1440 Commonwealth Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
| 108 Washington St, Unit 1 | 108 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,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.
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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
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 Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Newton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Newton is under $1,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newton?
The cheapest apartment in Newton is Parkway 1208 which is listed at $1,790, while the average apartment in Newton costs $7,485.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Newton?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Newton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Newton?
Cheap apartments in Newton have an average cost of $189 which is $7,296 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newton.
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