119 Brown St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA from $800 (28 Rentals)
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22 Augustus Rd
22 Augustus RdWaltham, MA 02452
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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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32 Cherry St, Unit 4
32 Cherry StWaltham, MA 02453
89 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
33 Middle St
WalthamMA02451
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49 Jacqueline Rd, Unit 6
49 Jacqueline RdWaltham, MA 02452
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16 Eddy St
WalthamMA02453
44 Lionel Ave
WalthamMA02452
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177 Robbins St
177-181 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
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62 Elm St, Unit 62 Elm St. Newton
62 Elm StNewton, MA 02465
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69 Stuart St, Unit A
69 Stuart StWatertown, MA 02472
101 Walker St
NewtonMA02460
13 Nonantum Pl
NewtonMA02458
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$1,360
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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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143 Walnut St, Unit Studio
143 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460
143 Walnut St
NewtonMA02460
18 Silver Lake Ave
NewtonMA02458
92-94 Waltham St
WatertownMA02472
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHamilton Place
233-255 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
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Franklin School Apartments
7 Stedman RdLexington, MA 02421
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Haywood House
106 Kennedy CirNewton, MA 02458
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61-63 Moraine St
61-63 Moraine StBelmont, MA 02478
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Concord Street Apartments
151 Concord StNewton Lower Falls, MA 02462
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8-20 Riverside StWatertown, MA 02472
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550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
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Brook School Apartments
44 School StWeston, MA 02493
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Farwell Street Apartments
55 Farwell StNewton, MA 02460
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Waltham, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waltham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Waltham Studio Apartments | $3,063 | $1,175 | $9,669 |
| Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,006 | $950 | $9,686 |
| Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,708 | $2,180 | $8,126 |
| Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,359 | $2,700 | $9,638 |
| Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $1,100 | $6,400 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,738 | $850 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waltham, MA
Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Waltham, 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 Waltham Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Cambridge Reservoir | $7,200 | $1,150 | 119 |
Cheapest Available Waltham Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.37 price per square foot 6 Swetts Ct Model at 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 47 Capitol St Model at 47 Capitol St, Unit 2 starting at $3,500 with a $0.35 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waltham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 | 6 Swetts Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 47 Capitol St, Unit 2 | 47 Capitol St | 2BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 74 Chapel St, Unit 74 | 74 Chapel St | 5BR,3.5BA | $0.51 |
| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 115 Withington Rd | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Waltham Overview
Commonly referred to as 'Watch City' thanks to its long and proud history as a city of industry, Waltham is a blue collar city with much to offer. From its stately downtown streets to the abundance of regional sites to see, this arts-friendly hub combines amenities and charm to yield a Massachusetts locale well worthy of consideration.
Why live in Waltham, MA?
From the abundance of public parks and biking paths along the scenic Charles River, to the celebrated museums and eclectic eateries, apartments for rent in Waltham present a fantastic opportunity to get to know this thriving Massachusetts city. With several universities within easy reach and top employers including Bank of America and Verizon helping to grow the local economy, Waltham apartments remain a solid choice for anyone considering a move to the Tri-State area.
Waltham, MAPopulation: 62,962
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waltham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waltham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waltham is under $1,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waltham?
The cheapest apartment in Waltham is River Park Lofts which is listed at $2,240, while the average apartment in Waltham costs $7,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waltham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Waltham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Waltham?
Cheap apartments in Waltham have an average cost of $407 which is $6,793 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waltham.
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