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1011 Washington St

1011 Washington St

1011 Washington St

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit B

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit D

Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit I

Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit A

Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit E

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit B
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit D

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit A

Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit B

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit G

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit A

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Brighton, Unit C

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit A

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Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit H

Room in Shared 9 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit G
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Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit B

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit D

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit C

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit E

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit C

1729 Commonwealth Ave

43 Orkney Rd

Room in Shared 5 bed/1.5 bath home in Brighton, Unit E

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit A
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit D

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit 2C

60 Undine Rd

Room in Shared 6 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit C

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit F

Room in Shared 7 bed/2 bath home in Brighton, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit D

Room in Shared 6 bed/4 bath home in Brighton, Unit F

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit C

Room in Shared 4 bed/2.5 bath home in Allston, Unit A
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit A

71 Fairbanks St

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Allston, Unit E

Room in Shared 4 bed/2.5 bath home in Allston, Unit B

10 Bigelow St, Unit 1

153 Murdock St

146 Chapel St

22 Chiswick Rd, Unit 17

1423 Commonwealth Ave

1304 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1304 Commonwealth Ave, U:5
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Newton, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Newton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,212 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,951 | $1,460 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,908 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,201 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,438 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Newton 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,522 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/03/2026Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $1,200 to $13,695 with an overall median price of $3,726. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Auburndale at $3,231, Newtonville at $3,300, and West Newton at $3,338. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburndale | $3,231 | $2,100 | 33 |
| Newtonville | $3,300 | $1,890 | 31 |
| West Newton | $3,338 | $1,200 | 64 |
| Newton Highlands | $3,425 | $2,450 | 29 |
| Newton Lower Falls | $3,508 | $2,095 | 66 |
| Newton Center | $3,600 | $1,890 | 66 |
| Oak Hill | $3,760 | $2,375 | 13 |
| Newton Upper Falls | $3,890 | $1,648 | 469 |
| Thompsonville | $4,265 | $2,895 | 15 |
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 $1,200. 1459-1461 VFW Pky in the East Dedham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1459-1461 VFW Pky | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Parkway 1208 | One Bedroom- 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $0.19 price per square foot 145 Winthrop Rd Model at 145 Winthrop Rd, Unit 6 in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the 5 Walbridge St Model at 5 Walbridge St, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 145 Winthrop Rd, Unit 6 | 145 Winthrop Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 2 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 108 Washington St, Unit 1 | 108 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A | 132 Sutherland Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 317 Allston St | 317 Allston St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 120 Brainerd Rd, Unit 3 | 120 Brainerd Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 1460 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3 | 1460 Commonwealth Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 2 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 4 | 2 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 2 | 77 Chiswick Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Newton
What type of rentals are currently available in Newton?
There are currently 2279 Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $14,300. There are also 2895 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Newton ranging from $1,025 to $22,500.
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 $1,025 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,620.
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 $1,100 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,460 to $11,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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