
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA from $1,300 (56 Rentals)
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53 Crescent Ave, Unit 53 Crescent Ave.

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28 Austin St

979 Chestnut St

21 Highland Terrace

1143 Beacon St

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979 Chestnut St

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80 Robbins St, Unit 2

259 Calvary St

178 Robbins St
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166 Lexington St, Unit 1

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154 Lexington St, Unit 2

Newton Gardens

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Silver Lake Apartments

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391 Langley Rd, Unit 2

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8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F

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268 Grove St, Unit 2-A

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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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282 Grove St, Unit 11

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391 Langley Rd, Unit 2

685 Moody St

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152 Brown St, Unit #1R

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1026 Chestnut St, Unit 2A
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1026 Chestnut St

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262 Lake Ave, Unit 3

717 Boylston St

845 Washington St

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1024 Chestnut St, Unit 2A

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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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180 Adams St, Unit #403

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200 Sumner St, Unit 2B

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33 Paul St, Unit 20

22 Melville Ave

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845 Washington St

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The Kendrick

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845 Washington St

12 Park St

130 North St
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Waban, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waban?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Waban Studio Apartments | $2,964 | $1,900 | $4,007 |
| Cheap Waban 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,300 | $4,359 |
| Cheap Waban 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,657 | $2,200 | $5,430 |
| Cheap Waban 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,228 | $2,695 | $7,099 |
| Cheap Waban 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,913 | $3,900 | $5,600 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waban area is the $0.28 price per square foot 50 Hawthorn St Model at 50 Hawthorn St, Unit 2A in the in the Newton Centre neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Waban apartment is the 33 Paul St Model at 33 Paul St, Unit 20 starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Oak Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waban apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 50 Hawthorn St, Unit 2A | 50 Hawthorn St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 33 Paul St, Unit 20 | 33 Paul St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 268 Grove St, Unit 2-A | 268 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 69 West St, Unit L3 | 69 West St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A | 16 Lafayette Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 200 Sumner St, Unit 2B | 200 Sumner St | 1BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F | 8 Mechanic St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 45 Wyman St, Unit 2C | 45 Wyman St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 53 Wyman St, Unit A-11 | 53 Wyman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 | 262 Lake Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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Getting Around Waban, MA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Waban Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waban?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waban is at The Kendrick listed at $2,732.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waban Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waban Apartment is $2,295 at Newton Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waban Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waban is starting from $2,650 at Woodland Park.
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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