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property at 7 Timon Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

7 Timon Ave, Unit 2

7 Timon Ave
Chestnut HillMA02467

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property at 60 Undine Rd

$1,280

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$1,280

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6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

60 Undine Rd

BostonMA02135

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Newton, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA

Pricing Updated: 06/19/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $850 to $12,800 with an overall median price of $8,486. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Auburndale at $850, West Newton at $850, and Newton Center at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Auburndale$5,500$85026
West Newton$5,700$85059
Newton Center$5,900$1,65066
Newtonville$6,995$1,65029
Thompsonville$7,000$2,1956
Newton Highlands$12,000$2,10030
Newton Lower Falls$12,000$95070
Oak Hill$12,800$1,80017

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 19, 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 1460 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,700 with a $0.17 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
1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 31460 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.17
92 Gordon St92 Gordon St1BR,1BA$0.22
593 Cambridge St593 Cambridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A132 Sutherland Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
317 Allston St317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
19 Claymoss Rd, Unit 88-1019 Claymoss RdStudio ,1BA$0.22
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
120 Brainerd Rd, Unit 3120 Brainerd Rd1BR,1BA$0.21

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Newton, MA
Population: 88,904

Ranked #374

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Newton

What type of rentals are currently available in Newton?

There are currently 2818 Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $17,000. There are also 3419 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Newton ranging from $1,010 to $26,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Newton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Newton ranges from $1,010 to $26,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,810.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Newton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Newton range from $1,350 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,310 to $11,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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