
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Norwood, MA from $1,500 (36 Rentals)
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The Commons at Windsor Gardens

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Olde Derby Village

Norwest Woods Apartment

648 Washington St

Norwood Gardens

601 Washington St

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Nahatan Terrace

65 Sturtevant Ave
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One Upland

5 Atwood Ave, Unit 1-2-3, Unit 1-2-3

37 Walnut Ct

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110 Monroe St, Unit First Floor, Unit First Floor

131 Vernon St

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221 Rock St

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122 Burgess Ave

Westwood Glen Commons

80 Walnut St, Unit 210, Unit 210

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Canton Estates at Neponset

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Gables University Station

94 Bolivar St

33 Neponset St

918 Providence Hwy

Residence at the Dior
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222 School St

7 S Stone Mill Dr

84 Hooper Rd

354 Neponset St

The Block at 22 Everett

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29 Vinald Rd

1391 Main St

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Norwood, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norwood?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Norwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $1,950 | $4,785 |
| Cheap Norwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,159 | $2,237 | $5,789 |
| Cheap Norwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $3,100 | $6,670 |
| Cheap Norwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Norwood, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Norwood, MA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Norwood Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 1 South | $5,900 | $850 | 214 |
Cheapest Available Norwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Norwood, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westwood Glen Commons in the Outer Route 1 South neighborhood priced from $2,186. The Commons at Windsor Gardens in the South Norwood Business District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,237. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Norwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood Glen Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,186 |
| The Commons at Windsor Gardens | Two Bedroom B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2,237 |
| Nahatan Terrace | Traditional-One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Norwest Woods Apartment | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
| Canton Estates at Neponset | 32 Neponset Street 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Gables University Station | A0 | 1BR,1BA | $2,444 |
| Olde Derby Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Washington Green Rentals | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Norwood Gardens | 2 Bed/2 Bath with Walk-In Closet | 2BR,2BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norwood, MA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Norwood area is the $2.57 price per square foot B7 Model at The Wren at Sharon in the in the South Norwood Business District neighborhood starting from $3,681. The second greatest value Norwood apartment is the B1 1307 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath Model at The Avens at Dedham Station starting at $4,058 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the East Dedham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Wren at Sharon | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| The Avens at Dedham Station | B1 1307 | 2 Bed | 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| 862 Washington St, Unit #3R | 862 Washington St | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| 211 Central St, Unit a113 | 211 Central St | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Norwood Gardens | 2 Bed/2 Bath with Walk-In Closet | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| One Upland | One Bedroom Loft A1FL | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| The Commons at Windsor Gardens | Two Bedroom B1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.00 |
| Olde Derby Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| Norwest Woods Apartment | 1 Bed/1 Bath - Single Level | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Stonebridge Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Norwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Norwood Apartment is $2,186 at Westwood Glen Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Norwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Norwood is starting from $2,237 at The Commons at Windsor Gardens.
What is the most affordable Norwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Norwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Norwest Woods Apartment and starts from $3,295.
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