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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA from $1,100 (38 Rentals)
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34 Crescent
WalthamMA02453
90 Bacon St
WalthamMA02451
103 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
85 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
109 Trapelo Rd
WalthamMA02452
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Waltham Overlook
15 Dolores AveWaltham, MA 02452
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ReNew Waltham
20 Middlesex CirWaltham, MA 02452
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$2,150
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,1502 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 15
8 Lexington Terrace
8 Lexington TerraceWaltham, MA 02452
346 Lincoln St
WalthamMA02451
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$2,200
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148 Crescent St, Unit B
148 Crescent 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
162 East Side Pkwy
NewtonMA02458
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$1,690Studio Apartments Available Apr 15
28 Austin St
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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409 Trapelo Rd, Unit #1
409 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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$1,978 - $7,308
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Elan Union Market
130 Arsenal 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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245 Main St
245 Main StWatertown, MA 02472
2366 Commonwealth Ave
NewtonMA02466
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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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102 Mount Auburn St
102 Mount Auburn StWatertown, MA 02472
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175 Adams St
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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175 Adams St
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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175 Adams St
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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175 Adams St
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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175 Adams St
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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Riverside Apartments, 8-20
8-20 Riverside StWatertown, MA 02472
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Belmont Street Apartments, 550
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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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 | $2,597 | $1,175 | $5,247 |
| Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,841 | $1,325 | $6,176 |
| Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $2,150 | $9,767 |
| Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,297 | $2,700 | $7,058 |
| Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,379 | $3,200 | $8,500 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,531 | $4,000 | $7,300 |
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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. Hamilton Place in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waltham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Hamilton Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| ReNew Waltham | Albany | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
| Riverside Apartments, 8-20 | A1U | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| River Park Lofts | Studio, 1 Bath (Live/Work) | Studio,1BA | $2,220 |
| Waltham Overlook | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Captain Parker Arms | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.23 price per square foot 137 Trapelo Rd Model at 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 282 Grove St Model at 282 Grove St, Unit 9 starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Wellesley Hills 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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| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 14 Lyons Ct, Unit 1 | 14 Lyons Ct | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 532 Belmont St, Unit #24 | 532 Belmont St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 136 Summer St, Unit 1 | 136 Summer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 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 |
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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 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 $2,149 at ReNew Waltham.
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 $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.
What is the most affordable Waltham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waltham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at ReNew Waltham and starts from $3,109.
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