
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bleachery Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $2,100 (18 Rentals)
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260 River St, Unit 6

92 Lowell St

27 McKenn St, Unit 1

87 High St, Unit 1

The Merc
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Currents on the Charles

250 River St, Unit 250

89 Cushing St

266-274 River St

Waltham Landing

102 Central St
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144-146 Willow St

14 Cutter St

12 Cutter St

Edison on the Charles by Windsor

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3 Repton Cir, Unit 3

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River Birch at Watertown
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Bleachery, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bleachery?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bleachery Studio Apartments | $2,752 | $2,735 | $2,770 |
| Bleachery 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $2,150 | $3,495 |
| Bleachery 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,753 | $2,900 | $4,697 |
| Bleachery 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $3,100 | $4,000 |
| Bleachery 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,380 | $3,500 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bleachery Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Bleachery Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bleachery area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Merc priced from $2,725. Currents on the Charles has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here are the most affordable Bleachery apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Merc | 1BR-Accessible | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Watertown Mews | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,788 |
| Edison on the Charles by Windsor | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,813 |
| River Birch at Watertown | Design 1F | 1BR,1BA | $2,992 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bleachery, MA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bleachery area is the $2.33 price per square foot 21 Bolton St Model at 21 Bolton St in the in the Bemis neighborhood starting from $10,000. The second greatest value Bleachery apartment is the 54 Central St Model at 54 Central St starting at $5,400 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bleachery apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Bolton St | 21 Bolton St | 6BR,5.5BA | $2.33 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 51 Taylor St, Unit 4 | 51 Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 3 Repton Cir, Unit 3 | 3 Repton Cir | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| River Birch at Watertown | Design 1F | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Edison on the Charles by Windsor | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| The Merc | 1BR-Standard-Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 260 River St, Unit 6 | 260 River St | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBleachery, Waltham, MA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bleachery Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bleachery Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bleachery Apartment is $2,725 at The Merc.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bleachery Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bleachery is starting from $3,215 at The Merc.
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