Cheap Homes for Rent in Waban, MA from $1,100 (28 Rentals)

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property at 25 Ash St

$1,750

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$1,750

Total Monthly Price
$1,750

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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25 Ash St, Unit 03

25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
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28 Austin St
$1,910
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Base Rent
$1,550
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$1,910
Studio Apartments Available May 8, 2027

28 Austin St

28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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property at 147 Brown St

$1,925

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$1,925

Total Monthly Price
$1,925

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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147 Brown St, Unit 2R

147 Brown St
WalthamMA02453

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property at 240 Crescent St

$2,225

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$2,225

Total Monthly Price
$2,225

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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240 Crescent St

WalthamMA02453

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property at 19 Norumbega Ter

$2,350

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$2,350

Total Monthly Price
$2,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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19 Norumbega Ter, Unit 01

19 Norumbega Ter
WalthamMA02453
property at 25 Westfield Rd

$2,400

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$2,400

Total Monthly Price
$2,400

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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25 Westfield Rd, Unit 1

25 Westfield Rd
NewtonMA02465
property at 141 Brown St

$2,400

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$2,400

Total Monthly Price
$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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141 Brown St, Unit 2F

141 Brown St
WalthamMA02453

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property at 175 Adams St

$2,400

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$2,400

Total Monthly Price
$2,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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175 Adams St, Unit 11

175 Adams St
NewtonMA02458
property at 56 Lincoln Rd

$2,500

Total Monthly Price5 Month Lease Term

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Base Rent
$2,500

Total Monthly Price
$2,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

56 Lincoln Rd

NewtonMA02458
property at 56 Lincoln Rd

$2,500

Total Monthly Price18 Month Lease Term

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$2,500

Total Monthly Price
$2,500

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Feb 1

56 Lincoln Rd

NewtonMA02458
property at 128 North St

$2,500

Plus Fees12 Month Lease Term

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

128 North St

NewtonMA02460

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Waban, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waban Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Newton GardensOne Bedroom Affordable Style 1- Income Guidelines1BR,1BA$2,195
Silver Lake ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA and Nearby

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waban area is the $0.23 price per square foot 8 Mechanic St Model at 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F in the in the Oak Hill neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Waban apartment is the 282 Grove St Model at 282 Grove St, Unit 9 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F8 Mechanic St1BR,1BA$0.23
282 Grove St, Unit 9282 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.23
286 Grove St, Unit 3286 Grove St1BR,1BA$0.24
262 Lake Ave, Unit 3262 Lake Ave2BR,1BA$0.24
1026 Chestnut St, Unit B1026 Chestnut St2BR,1BA$0.25
33 Paul St, Unit 2033 Paul St1BR,1BA$0.25
200 Sumner St, Unit 2B200 Sumner St1BR,1BA$0.25
1143 Beacon St, Unit #21143 Beacon St2BR,1BA$0.27
53 Wyman St, Unit A-1153 Wyman St2BR,1BA$0.27
281 Lowell Ave, Unit 2281 Lowell Ave3BR,1.5BA$0.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waban

What type of rentals are currently available in Waban?

There are currently 291 Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $12,000. There are also 174 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waban ranging from $1,130 to $22,500.

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 $1,130 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,280.

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 $2,500 to $7,910, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $6,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,299 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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