
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Waltham Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,900 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highlands Waltham area of Waltham.


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The Point at Waltham

75 Lincoln St

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90 Francis St

52 4th Ave
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41 Winter St

16 Winter St, Unit 23A

16 Winter St, Unit 23A, Unit 23A

16 Winter St, Unit 23A, Unit 23A

16 Winter St, Unit 23A, Unit 23A
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Alexan Waltham

32 4th Ave

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104 Winter St, Unit 1, Unit 1

16 Winter St, Unit 35C

48-58 Edge Hill Rd
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12 Hammond St, Unit A, Unit A
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 | $2,709 | $2,164 | $3,220 |
| Highlands Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,971 | $1,950 | $3,605 |
| Highlands Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,773 | $2,650 | $4,257 |
| Highlands Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,770 | $3,500 | $6,870 |
| Highlands Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,700 | $3,500 | $3,900 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highlands Waltham Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Highlands Waltham Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at Waltham | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,472 |
| Alexan Waltham | A1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands Waltham, MA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands Waltham area is the $0.36 price per square foot 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit #1 in the in the North Waltham neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Highlands Waltham apartment is the 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit #1 starting at $3,800 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the North Waltham neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.36 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit 1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| 19 Banks St | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| 31-33 Rich St | 31-33 Rich St | 4BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 90 Francis St | 90 Francis St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
| Alexan Waltham | A1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| The Point at Waltham | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.43 |
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 $2,920.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highlands Waltham?
The cheapest apartment in Highlands Waltham is Alexan Waltham which is listed at $2,920, while the average apartment in Highlands Waltham costs $4,670.
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 32 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 $2,668 which is $2,002 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highlands Waltham.
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