
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA from $1,200 (79 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit B

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

19 Union St

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit A

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

230 Walnut St, Unit 30A

25 Ash St, Unit 03, Unit 03
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96 Orange St

147 Brown St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

20 Highland Terrace

51 Pettee St, Unit 13

252 Ash St, Unit 2

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14 Elliot Ter

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241 Lowell St, Unit New Construction, Unit New Construction

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383 Langley Rd, Unit 3831, Unit 3831

175 Adams St, Unit 47

151 Adams St
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175 Adams St, Unit 43

175 Adams St, Unit 45

175 Adams St, Unit 42

240 Crescent St

Newton Gardens

270 Grove St, Unit 5

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154 Lexington St, Unit 2, Unit 2

175 Adams St, Unit 33

175 Adams St, Unit 17

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203 Ash St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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75 Fuller St, Unit 1, Unit 1

173 Adams Ave

256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2

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256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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282 Grove St, Unit 9, Unit 9

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391 Langley Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

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8 Mechanic St

175 Adams St, Unit 35

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286 Grove St, Unit 3, Unit 3
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20 Norumbega Ter, Unit 2, Unit 2

175 Adams St, Unit 34

141 Brown St, Unit 2F

175 Adams St, Unit 23

175 Adams St, Unit 15

19 Norumbega Ter, Unit 01, Unit 01

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262 Lake Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

150 Brown St, Unit 1L

440 Newtonville Ave

41 Wadsworth Ave
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Waban Studio Apartments | $2,953 | $1,810 | $3,815 |
| Cheap Waban 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,051 | $1,250 | $4,926 |
| Cheap Waban 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,980 | $2,200 | $7,685 |
| Cheap Waban 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,293 | $2,700 | $8,684 |
| Cheap Waban 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,652 | $3,550 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Waban Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Street Apartments | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA
As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waban area is the $0.23 price per square foot 282 Grove St Model at 282 Grove St, Unit 9 in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Waban apartment is the 286 Grove St Model at 286 Grove St, Unit 3 starting at $2,350 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Wellesley Hills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 | 262 Lake Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 1143 Beacon St, Unit #2 | 1143 Beacon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 1383 Washington St, Unit #3 | 1383 Washington St | 3BR,1BA | $0.36 |
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 2044 Beacon St | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| 672 Centre St | 672 Centre St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 672 Centre St, Unit 1 | 672 Centre St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 672 Centre St, Unit #1 | 672 Centre St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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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 $2,590.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waban Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waban Apartment is $2,250 at Lincoln Street Apartments.
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 $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.
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