Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Newton Neighborhood of Newton, MA from $1,100 (58 Rentals)

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West Newton, Newton, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Newton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Newton GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Newton, MA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Newton area is the $0.54 price per square foot 2044 Beacon St Model at 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $5,400. The second greatest value West Newton apartment is the 283 Lowell Ave Model at 283 Lowell Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,700 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the Thompsonville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Newton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2044 Beacon St, Unit 22044 Beacon St4BR,4BA$0.54
283 Lowell Ave, Unit 1283 Lowell Ave2BR,1BA$0.27
105 Adams St, Unit 06105 Adams St1BR,1BA$0.24
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
2044 Beacon St, Unit 22044 Beacon St4BR,4BA$0.56
409 Lowell Ave, Unit 1409 Lowell Ave3BR,2BA$0.36
118 Ash St, Unit 1118 Ash St5BR,2.5BA$1.97

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Newton, Newton, MA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Newton, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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 a cheap apartment in West Newton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Newton is under $2,399.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Newton?

The cheapest apartment in West Newton is Newton Gardens which is listed at $2,399, while the average apartment in West Newton costs $6,000.

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 5 regular apartments in West Newton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.