
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brandeis Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Brandeis area of Waltham.


479 Moody St

34 Crescent

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87 Harvard St, Unit 2

144 School St

763 Main St

172 River St

5 Wellington Ave
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72 Adams St

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29 Gorham St, Unit 1

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20 School Ave, Unit A1

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80 Robbins St, Unit 2

100 Central St

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106 Calvary St, Unit 106
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260 River St, Unit 6

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82 Exchange St

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105 Adams St, Unit #02

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ReNew Waltham

189 River St

13 Spruce St

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Charlesbank Estates

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152 Brown St, Unit #1R
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685 Moody St

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41 Washington Ave, Unit 3

21 Gardner St

72 Church St

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154 Lexington St, Unit 2
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10 Winthrop Cir, Unit Apartment
Brandeis, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brandeis?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandeis Studio Apartments | $2,322 | $1,175 | $3,135 |
| Brandeis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $1,850 | $3,575 |
| Brandeis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,339 | $2,150 | $6,600 |
| Brandeis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,216 | $2,730 | $6,415 |
| Brandeis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,431 | $3,500 | $5,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brandeis Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Brandeis Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brandeis, MA
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brandeis area is the $0.38 price per square foot 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit #1 in the in the North Waltham neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Brandeis apartment is the 149 Crescent St Model at 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 starting at $2,900 with a $0.29 price per square foot in the Nonantum neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brandeis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 137 Summer St, Unit 135 | 137 Summer St | 4BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| 51 Taylor St, Unit 4 | 51 Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 10 Winthrop Cir, Unit Apartment | 10 Winthrop Cir | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 82 Exchange St | 82 Exchange St | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBrandeis, Waltham, MA
Ranked #15
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Brandeis, Waltham, MA
William F. Stanley Elementary School
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Getting Around the Brandeis Neighborhood in Waltham, MA
Walk Score®
27 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
34 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brandeis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brandeis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brandeis is under $1,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brandeis?
The cheapest apartment in Brandeis is Woodland Park which is listed at $2,300, while the average apartment in Brandeis costs $7,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brandeis?
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 94 regular apartments in Brandeis 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 Brandeis?
Cheap apartments in Brandeis have an average cost of $1,180 which is $5,920 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brandeis.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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