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The Point at Waltham
341 2nd AveWaltham, MA 02451
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Waltham Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,648 (24 Rentals)
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144 School St, Unit 2
144 School St
WalthamMA02451
196 Dale St
WalthamMA02451
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$2,000
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196 Dale St, Unit 1
196 Dale StWaltham, MA 02451
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$2,000
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144 School St, Unit 1L
144 School StWaltham, MA 02451
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52 4th Ave
52 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
33 Middle St
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45 Columbus Ave
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87 Pond St
WalthamMA02451
1085 Main St
WalthamMA02451
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$2,600
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26 Hammond St, Unit 26
26 Hammond StWaltham, MA 02451
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$2,650
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90 Francis St
90 Francis StWaltham, MA 02451
55 Rich St
WalthamMA02451
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32 4th Ave
32 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
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$2,930 - $5,575
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Alexan Waltham
79 Pond StWaltham, MA 02451
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8 Lexington Terrace, Unit 3
8 Lexington TerraceWaltham, MA 02452
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$3,000
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24 Elson Rd, Unit 2
24 Elson RdWaltham, MA 02451
32 Common St, Unit 3-4
32 Common St
WalthamMA02451
32 Common, Unit 3-4
32 Common
WalthamMA02451
35 Palmer St
WalthamMA02451
16 Winter St
WalthamMA02451
87 Howard St
WalthamMA02451
32 Common St
WalthamMA02451
18 Howard St
WalthamMA02451
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Highlands Waltham, Waltham, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands Waltham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Waltham Studio Apartments | $2,389 | $1,648 | $2,930 |
| Highlands Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $2,000 | $3,675 |
| Highlands Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $2,550 | $4,646 |
| Highlands Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,673 | $2,950 | $5,989 |
| Highlands Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands Waltham, MA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands Waltham area is the $2.73 price per square foot 24 Elson Rd Model at 24 Elson Rd, Unit 2 in the Wellington Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Highlands Waltham apartment is the 196 Dale St Model at 196 Dale St, Unit 1 in the Wellington Crossing neighborhood starting at $2,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands Waltham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Elson Rd, Unit 2 | 24 Elson Rd | 4BR, 1BA | $2.73 |
| 196 Dale St, Unit 1 | 196 Dale St | 1BR, 1BA | $2.00 |
| 90 Francis St | 90 Francis St | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.87 |
| Alexan Waltham | A1-2 | 1BR, 1BA | $4.64 |
| The Point at Waltham | A3 | 1BR, 1BA | $4.38 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Waltham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highlands Waltham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highlands Waltham is under $2,970.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highlands Waltham?
The cheapest apartment in Highlands Waltham is The Point at Waltham which is listed at $2,398, while the average apartment in Highlands Waltham costs $2,940.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highlands Waltham?
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 2 regular apartments in Highlands Waltham 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 Highlands Waltham?
Cheap apartments in Highlands Waltham have an average cost of $946 which is $1,994 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highlands Waltham.
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