
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Newton Neighborhood of Newton, MA from $1,200 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Newton area of Newton.


1011 Washington St

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

31 Auburn St

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515 Crafts St, Unit Sunny gracious 1 bdr

26 Wiswall St

58 Cherry St

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58 Cherry St, Unit 2

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22 Melville Ave, Unit 2

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256 Lowell Ave, Unit #2
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71 Cherry St, Unit 2

9 Grant St

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15 Broadway St, Unit 15 Broadway 1

289 Webster St, Unit 1

15 Broadway

55 Walker St

Farwell Street Apartments

1185 Commonwealth Ave

100 Madison Ave

289 Webster St
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Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term

149 Adams St

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22 Chestnut St, Unit 2

25 Ash St, Unit 03

11 Derby St

20A Day St

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

150 Brown St, Unit 2R

150 Brown St, Unit 2R

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1
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147 Brown St, Unit 2R

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Newton Gardens

103 Alder St, Unit 1

172 River St, Unit B4

7 Rumford Ave

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103 Alder St, Unit 1

4 Chester Ave

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Silver Lake Apartments

41 Walnut St

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41 Walnut St, Unit 41 Walnut 21
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135 Prospect St

23 Maple St, Unit 2

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80 Robbins St, Unit 3

189 River St

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Watch Factory Lofts

8 Friend St, Unit 5

8 Friend St, Unit 5

308 Moody St

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41 Walnut St, Unit Zvi Stein unit

172 River 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 | $2,591 | $1,200 | $5,000 |
| West Newton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,802 | $1,795 | $4,356 |
| West Newton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $2,200 | $5,611 |
| West Newton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,764 | $2,975 | $5,696 |
| West Newton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,980 | $2,995 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Newton Neighborhood of Newton, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Newton, MA
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Newton area is the $0.39 price per square foot 84 Walker St Model at 84 Walker St, Unit 2 in the Newton Centre neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value West Newton apartment is the 409 Lowell Ave Model at 409 Lowell Ave, Unit 409 Lowell Ave in the Thompsonville neighborhood starting at $3,750 with a $2.24 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR, 1BA | $0.39 |
| 409 Lowell Ave, Unit 409 Lowell Ave | 409 Lowell Ave | 3BR, 2BA | $2.24 |
| 68 Adams St, Unit #2 | 68 Adams St | 3BR, 1BA | $2.14 |
| 34 Orchard Ave, Unit 2 | 34 Orchard Ave | 2BR, 2BA | $2.21 |
| 213 Newton Street, Unit Newton St | 213 Newton Street | 3BR, 2BA | $2.30 |
| 20 Broadway Ter, Unit #2 | 20 Broadway Ter | 2BR, 1BA | $2.04 |
| 22 Melville Ave, Unit 2 | 22 Melville Ave | 1BR, 1BA | $2.11 |
| 15 Broadway St, Unit 15 Broadway Unit 1 | 15 Broadway St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.38 |
| 71 Cherry St, Unit 2 | 71 Cherry St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.30 |
| 58 Cherry St, Unit Unit 2 | 58 Cherry St | 2BR, 1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Newton, Newton, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Newton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Newton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Newton is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Newton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Newton Apartment is $2,636 at Currents on the Charles.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Newton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Newton is starting from $2,895 at Newton Gardens.
What is the most affordable West Newton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Newton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Station Apartments and starts from $5,590.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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