
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Newton Neighborhood of Newton, MA from $1,100 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Newton area of Newton.


1143 Beacon St

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256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2

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256 Lowell Ave, Unit #2

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256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2

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1595 Commonwealth Ave

1139 Beacon St

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25 Westfield Rd, Unit STU W. Newton
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22 Melville Ave

Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term

72 Adams St

33 Gorham St

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37 Gordon St, Unit 1

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20 School Ave, Unit A1

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80 Robbins St, Unit 2

259 Calvary St
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178 Robbins St

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16 Maple St, Unit 4

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166 Lexington St, Unit 1

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154 Lexington St, Unit 2

189 River St

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Silver Lake Apartments

13 Spruce St

Newton Gardens

685 Moody St
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152 Brown St, Unit #1R

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Currents on the Charles

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25 Maple St, Unit 25-1R

21 Gardner St

845 Washington St

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West Newton, Newton, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Newton?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Newton Studio Apartments | $2,425 | $1,175 | $3,135 |
| West Newton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $1,850 | $3,747 |
| West Newton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $2,200 | $5,430 |
| West Newton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $2,730 | $6,779 |
| West Newton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,044 | $3,600 | $5,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Newton Neighborhood of Newton, MA.
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Cheapest Available West 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 |
| Newton Gardens | One Bedroom - Workforce Housing Initiative, Income | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Newton, MA
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Newton area is the $0.29 price per square foot 149 Crescent St Model at 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 in the in the Nonantum neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value West Newton apartment is the 84 Walker St Model at 84 Walker St, Unit 2 starting at $3,850 with a $0.39 price per square foot in the Newton Centre neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Newton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 2044 Beacon St | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 108 Walnut St, Unit 1 | 108 Walnut St | 4BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 5 Naviens Ln, Unit 2 | 5 Naviens Ln | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.22 |
| 83 Lexington St, Unit 1 | 83 Lexington St | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.25 |
| 444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2 | 444 Lowell Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 51 Taylor St, Unit 4 | 51 Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 10 Stearns St, Unit 1a | 10 Stearns St | 4BR,2BA | $2.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Newton, Newton, MA
Ranked #6
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Newton Neighborhood in Newton, MA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 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 West Newton Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Newton?
The cheapest apartment in West Newton is Newton Gardens which is listed at $2,320, while the average apartment in West Newton costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 7 regular apartments in West 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 West Newton?
Cheap apartments in West Newton have an average cost of $128 which is $8,872 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Newton.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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