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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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239 Grove St
239 Grove StWaltham, MA 02453
8 Exchange St
WalthamMA02451
29 Walnut St
WalthamMA02453
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150 Crescent St, Unit 150
150 Crescent StWaltham, MA 02453
27 Middle St
WalthamMA02451
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95 Adams St, Unit 16
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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15 Lyman St, Unit #3
15 Lyman StWaltham, MA 02452
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62 Bedford St
62 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
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22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1
22 Daniels CtWaltham, MA 02453
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124 Felton St, Unit 1
124 Felton StWaltham, MA 02453
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95 Adams St, Unit 9
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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177 Robbins St
177-181 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
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266-274 River St
266-274 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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54 Olney St, Unit 2
54 Olney StWatertown, MA 02472
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13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street
13 Morse StWatertown, MA 02472
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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1Hamilton Place
233-255 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
723 Washington St
NewtonMA02458
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245 Main St, Unit 55
245 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
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129-151 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
31 Auburn St
NewtonMA02465
135 Galen St
WatertownMA02472
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102 Mount Auburn St
102 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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87 Cliffe Ave, Unit In-Law Apt
87 Cliffe AveLexington, MA 02420
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170 Adams St, Unit Adams St. Newton
170 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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175 Adams St, Unit 33
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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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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Brook School Apartments
44 School StWeston, MA 02493
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Farwell Street Apartments
55 Farwell StNewton, MA 02460
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Golda Meir House 62+ Senior Housing
160 Stanton AveAuburndale, MA 02466
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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 | $3,030 | $1,200 | $9,544 |
| Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $1,900 | $8,837 |
| Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,159 | $1,100 | $7,570 |
| Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,986 | $3,250 | $5,400 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,240 | $1,150 | $6,250 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waltham, MA
Pricing Updated: 07/23/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Reservoir | $4,809 | $1,150 | 27 |
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. River Park Lofts in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,240. 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 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Income-Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Woodland Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of July 23, 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 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. |
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| 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 | 6 Swetts Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 8 Homer St | 8 Homer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 255 Derby St | 255 Derby St | 3BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2 | 444 Lowell Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 17 Stratton Ter, Unit 3 | 17 Stratton Ter | 4BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 115 Withington Rd, Unit 115 | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 53 Angleside Rd, Unit 1 | 53 Angleside Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| 13 Morse St, Unit 13 Morse street | 13 Morse St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1 | 22 Daniels Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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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 $2,350.
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 $4,809.
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 5 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 $458 which is $4,351 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waltham.
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