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

1011 Washington St

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

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

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

25 Ash St, Unit 03

143 Walnut St, Unit STUDIO
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147 Brown St, Unit 2R

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

61-63-63 Newell Rd

145 Brown St, Unit 2R

252 Ash St, Unit 2

10 Lincoln St

12 Lincoln St

18 Lincoln St, Unit 2
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383 Langley Rd, Unit apt 5 a

86 Prentiss St

85 Norwood Ave

175 Adams St, Unit 45

175 Adams St, Unit 42

100 Madison Ave

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 35
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175 Adams St, Unit 33

1932 Washington St

6 Norumbega Terrace

378 A Boylston St

20 Norumbega Ter, Unit 2

175 Adams St, Unit 15

19 Norumbega Ter, Unit 01

210 Hillside Ave
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391 Langley Rd, Unit 1

141 Brown St, Unit 2F
Waban, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waban?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waban 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,326 | $2,500 | $8,250 |
| Waban 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,586 | $3,000 | $9,650 |
| Waban 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,725 | $3,325 | $10,000+ |
| Waban 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,128 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Waban 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,766 | $6,500 | $10,000+ |
| Waban 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Waban Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waban, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Street Apartments in the Oak Hill neighborhood priced from $2,250. Woodland Park in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waban apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Street Apartments | A1M | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Woodland Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| The Kendrick | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,700 |
| The Nines | A | Studio,1BA | $2,912 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA and Nearby
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waban area is the $2.00 price per square foot 27 Gammons Rd Model at 27 Gammons Rd in the starting from $12,000. The second greatest value Waban apartment is the 444 Lowell Ave Model at 444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2 starting at $4,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Thompsonville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2 | 444 Lowell Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 672 Centre St, Unit 1 | 672 Centre St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 672 Centre St | 672 Centre St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 282 Melrose St, Unit 282 | 282 Melrose St | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 115 Withington Rd | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 209-211 Langley Rd, Unit 209 | 209-211 Langley Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 115 Withington Rd, Unit 115 | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 9 Keefe Ave, Unit 1 | 9 Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 287 Elliot St, Unit 287-12 | 287 Elliot St | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waban
What type of rentals are currently available in Waban?
There are currently 257 Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $12,000. There are also 227 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waban ranging from $1,100 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waban?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waban ranges from $1,100 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,479.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waban?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waban range from $2,700 to $7,926, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $9,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,325 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,699.
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