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19 Vernon St, Unit 19-2 Vernon Street
19 Vernon StWaltham, MA 02453
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Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term
94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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The Point at Waltham
341 2nd AveWaltham, MA 02451
8 Exchange St
WalthamMA02451
20A Day St
WalthamMA02453
196 Dale St
WalthamMA02451
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124 Felton St, Unit 1
124 Felton StWaltham, MA 02453
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52 4th Ave
52 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
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$2,150
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
7 Rumford Ave
WalthamMA02453
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85 Charles St, Unit 2
85 Charles StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,250
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75 Fuller St, Unit 1
75 Fuller StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,250
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240 Robbins St, Unit 1
240 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
368 Lincoln St
WalthamMA02451
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Waltham Overlook
15 Dolores AveWaltham, MA 02452
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19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1
19 Norumbega TerraceWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,300
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53 Nathan Rd, Unit 2
53 Nathan RdWaltham, MA 02453
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177 Robbins St
177-181 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
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7-11 GIBBS LLC
7-11 Gibbs CtWaltham, MA 02452
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266-274 River St
266-274 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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69 Stuart St, Unit A
69 Stuart StWatertown, MA 02472
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$1,100
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24 Paul Revere Rd, Unit 2
24 Paul Revere RdArlington, MA 02476
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$1,700
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13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street
13 Morse StWatertown, MA 02472
99 Conant Rd
LincolnMA01773
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$1,920
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Required Monthly Fees$360
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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 10
125 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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Newton Gardens
129-151 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
31 Auburn St
NewtonMA02465
26 Wiswall St
NewtonMA02465
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515 Crafts St, Unit Sunny gracious 1 bdr
515 Crafts StNewton, MA 02465
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5 Clinton St
NewtonMA02458
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175 Adams St, Unit 13
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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5 Clinton St, Unit 1
5 Clinton StNewton, MA 02458
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282 Grove St
282 Grove StAuburndale, MA 02466
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550 Belmont St, Unit 2
550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
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175 Adams St, Unit 15
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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$2,200
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170 Adams St, Unit Adams St. Newton
170 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 14
125 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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$2,250
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22 Melville Ave, Unit 2
22 Melville AveNewton, MA 02460
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24 Whites Ave, Unit 36
24 Whites AveWatertown, MA 02472
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$2,285
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63 Burnham St, Unit 63 Burnham Apt C
63 Burnham StWatertown, MA 02472
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24 Whites Ave, Unit 16
24 Whites AveWatertown, MA 02472
2360 Commonwealth Ave
NewtonMA02466
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$2,300
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256 Lowell Ave, Unit #2
256 Lowell AveNewton, MA 02460
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River Park Lofts
60 Howard StWatertown, MA 02472
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Silver Lake Apartments
128 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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71 Cherry St, Unit 2
71 Cherry StNewton, MA 02465
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$2,300
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21 Myrtle St, Unit 1
21 Myrtle 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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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 | $2,676 | $1,200 | $5,000 |
| Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,983 | $1,800 | $7,903 |
| Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,513 | $925 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,878 | $2,750 | $7,000 |
| Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,079 | $950 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waltham, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Waltham, MA area range in price from $1,648 to $6,199 with an overall median price of $3,151. 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 | $3,151 | $1,648 | 57 |
Cheapest Available Waltham Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Waltham, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Point at Waltham in the Wellington Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,648. Here is today’s list of the most affordable 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 | $1,200 |
| The Point at Waltham | S1 (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $1,648 |
| 7-11 GIBBS LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Woodland Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.39 price per square foot 84 Walker St Model at 84 Walker St, Unit 2 in the in the Newton Centre neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 8 Homer St Model at 8 Homer St starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the West End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 8 Homer St | 8 Homer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 170 Adams St, Unit Adams St. Newton | 170 Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 50 Carleton St | 50 Carleton St | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| 115 Withington Rd, Unit 115 | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 24 Paul Revere Rd, Unit 2 | 24 Paul Revere Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 20 Broadway Ter, Unit #2 | 20 Broadway Ter | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| 36 Newton St, Unit 36 Newton street | 36 Newton St | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 19 Vernon St, Unit 19-2 Vernon Street | 19 Vernon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street | 13 Morse St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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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.
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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 $2,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waltham?
The cheapest apartment in Waltham is 7-11 GIBBS LLC which is listed at $2,100, while the average apartment in Waltham costs $3,151.
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 1 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 $243 which is $2,908 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waltham.
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