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155 Alder St, Unit 155
155 Alder StWaltham, MA 02453
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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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62 Bedford St, Unit 1
62 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
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104 Adams St, Unit 8
104 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
164 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
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33 Adams St, Unit #3
33 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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35 Maple St, Unit #1L
35 Maple StWaltham, MA 02453
85 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
5 Wellington Ave
WalthamMA02451
172 River St
WalthamMA02453
17 Fern St
WalthamMA02453
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13 Bedford St, Unit 13
13 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
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69 Stuart St, Unit ROOM
69 Stuart StWatertown, MA 02472
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84 Walker St, Unit 1 - room
84 Walker StNewton, MA 02460
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112 Newtonville Ave
112 Newtonville AveNewton, MA 02458
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17 Aldrich Rd, Unit A
17 Aldrich RdWatertown, MA 02472
80 Bow St
LexingtonMA02420
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80 Bow St, Unit 2
80 Bow StLexington, MA 02420
47 Eliot St
WatertownMA02472
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233-255 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
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161 Adams St, Unit 11A
161 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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268 Grove St, Unit 2-A
268 Grove StAuburndale, MA 02466
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161 Adams St, Unit 14
161 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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344 Cherry St, Unit 1
344 Cherry StNewton, MA 02465
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488 Centre St, Unit 12Y
488 Centre StNewton, MA 02458
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183 Adams St, Unit 21
183 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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175 Walnut St, Unit 2R
175 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460
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Waltham, MA Local Guide
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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 | $2,852 | $1,080 | $9,739 |
| Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,012 | $1,200 | $8,886 |
| Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,526 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,239 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,428 | $3,099 | $9,900 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,430 | $3,800 | $9,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waltham, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025Current 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 | $2,100 | 226 |
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 September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.21 price per square foot 344 Cherry St Model at 344 Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Wellesley Farms neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 161 Adams St Model at 161 Adams St, Unit 14 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Newton Centre 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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| 344 Cherry St, Unit 1 | 344 Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 161 Adams St, Unit 14 | 161 Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 488 Centre St, Unit 12Y | 488 Centre St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 175 Walnut St, Unit 2R | 175 Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 183 Adams St, Unit 21 | 183 Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 268 Grove St, Unit 2-A | 268 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 161 Adams St, Unit 11A | 161 Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 121 Trapelo Rd, Unit 21 | 121 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 272 Grove St | 272 Grove St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 80 Bow St, Unit 2 | 80 Bow St | 1BR,2BA | $0.20 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Waltham, MA
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
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Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 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.
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