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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA from $1,100 (62 Rentals)
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366 Crescent St, Unit 2
366 Crescent StWaltham, MA 02453
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Studio Apartments Available Now52 4th Ave
52 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
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32 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
259 Calvary St
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14 Eddy St, Unit 2
14 Eddy StWaltham, MA 02453
14 Eddy St
WalthamMA02453
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Waltham Overlook
15 Dolores AveWaltham, MA 02452
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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ReNew Waltham
20 Middlesex CirWaltham, MA 02452
189 River St
WalthamMA02453
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Charlesbank Estates
70 Charles River RdWaltham, 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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28 Austin St
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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1 Hilltop Rd
WatertownMA02472
9 N Park St
WatertownMA02472
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Studio Apartments Available Now550 Belmont St
550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now125 Trapelo Rd
125 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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The Bradford
525 Common StBelmont, MA 02478
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60 Howard StWatertown, MA 02472
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowHamilton Place
233-255 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
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550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNewton Gardens
129-151 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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4 Colonial Village Dr, Unit 4
4 Colonial Village DrArlington, MA 02474
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99 Jackson Rd, Unit 99
99 Jackson RdNewton, MA 02458
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154 Lexington St, Unit 2
154 Lexington StAuburndale, MA 02466
33 Cook St
NewtonMA02458
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Elan Union Market
130 Arsenal StWatertown, MA 02472
24 Patten St
WatertownMA02472
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256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2
256 Lowell AveNewton, MA 02460
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256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2
256 Lowell AveNewton, MA 02460
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282 Grove St, Unit 06
282 Grove StAuburndale, MA 02466
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282 Grove St, Unit 9
282 Grove StAuburndale, MA 02466
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57 Prospect St, Unit 57 Prospect St Apt. B
57 Prospect StWatertown, MA 02472
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39 Carey Ave
WatertownMA02472
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256 Lowell Ave, Unit 2
256 Lowell AveNewton, MA 02460
20 Birch Rd
WatertownMA02472
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now175 Adams St
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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282 Grove StNewton, MA 02466
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175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33
137 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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Silver Lake Apartments
128 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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20 Birch Rd, Unit 20
20 Birch RdWatertown, MA 02472
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256 Lowell Ave, Unit #2
256 Lowell AveNewton, MA 02460
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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 | $2,594 | $1,175 | $5,080 |
| Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,828 | $1,800 | $5,204 |
| Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,380 | $2,000 | $6,339 |
| Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,151 | $2,450 | $6,779 |
| Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,333 | $3,250 | $5,500 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,665 | $4,000 | $9,300 |
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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 $1,175. Woodland Park in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. 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 | $1,175 |
| Woodland Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Affordable) | 1BR,1BA | $2,130 |
| ReNew Waltham | Auburn | 1BR,1BA | $2,189 |
| Newton Gardens | One Bedroom Affordable Style 1- Income Guidelines | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| The Bradford | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,241 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of January 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 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit #1 starting at $3,800 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the North Waltham 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 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 50 Hawthorn St, Unit 2A | 50 Hawthorn St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A | 16 Lafayette Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 532 Belmont St, Unit #24 | 532 Belmont St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waltham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waltham is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waltham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waltham Apartment is $2,054 at The Bradford.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waltham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waltham is starting from $2,269 at ReNew Waltham.
What is the most affordable Waltham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waltham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Village at Waltham and starts from $3,080.
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