
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Chemistry Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,700 (56 Rentals)
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25 Ash St, Unit 03

143 Walnut St, Unit STUDIO

147 Brown St, Unit 2R

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

145 Brown St, Unit 2R

95 Adams St, Unit 16

95 Adams St, Unit 16

89 Cushing St

95 Adams St, Unit 8
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100 Madison Ave

23 Clinton St, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 45

124 Felton St, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 42

175 Adams St, Unit 42

175 Adams St, Unit 33

31 Weston St

175 Adams St, Unit 45

172 River St, Unit B4
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240 Crescent St

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 15

192 Adams St, Unit 1

269 Lexington St, Unit 3

175 Adams St, Unit 33

109 Warren St

124 Felton St

173 Adams Ave
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175 Adams St, Unit 35

6 Norumbega Terrace

95 Adams St, Unit 9

175 Adams St, Unit 15

95 Adams St, Unit 9

19 Norumbega Ter, Unit 01

23 Maple St, Unit 2F

38 Carey Ave, Unit 3

141 Brown St, Unit 2F

38 Carey Ave
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23 Maple St, Unit 2

1083 Main St, Unit 1

345 Pleasant St, Unit 1

12 Cottage Ct, Unit 10

175 Adams St, Unit 44

41 Walnut St

130 North St, Unit 4

100 Madison Ave

128 North St, Unit 10

41 Angleside Rd, Unit 3
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Chemistry?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemistry 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,035 | $2,200 | $4,500 |
| Chemistry 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,834 | $2,700 | $6,750 |
| Chemistry 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,832 | $3,200 | $9,000 |
| Chemistry 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,622 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
| Chemistry 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,378 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Chemistry Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Chemistry Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chemistry area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,200. River Park Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,240. Here are the most affordable Chemistry apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Income-Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| ReNew Waltham | Anderson | 1BR,1BA | $2,359 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chemistry, MA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chemistry 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 Chemistry apartment is the 8 Homer St Model at 8 Homer St starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chemistry apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 | 6 Swetts Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 8 Homer St | 8 Homer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 255 Derby St | 255 Derby St | 3BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 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 |
| 74 Chapel St | 74 Chapel St | 5BR,3.5BA | $2.04 |
| 115 Withington Rd, Unit 115 | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 115 Withington Rd | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 53 Angleside Rd, Unit 1 | 53 Angleside Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Chemistry, Waltham, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chemistry
What type of rentals are currently available in Chemistry?
There are currently 500 Apartments for Rent in Chemistry, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $7,000. There are also 250 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chemistry ranging from $1,750 to $22,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chemistry?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chemistry ranges from $1,750 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,266.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chemistry?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chemistry range from $2,700 to $6,705, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.
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