Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highlands Waltham Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)

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Highlands Waltham, Waltham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Highlands Waltham Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Point at WalthamS1A (Income Restricted)Studio,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands Waltham, MA

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Highlands Waltham area is the $0.48 price per square foot 21 Banks St Model at 21 Banks St, Unit 2 in the in the North Waltham neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Highlands Waltham apartment is the 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit 1 starting at $3,500 with a $2.69 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
21 Banks St, Unit 221 Banks St5BR,2BA$0.48
19 Banks St, Unit 119 Banks St3BR,2BA$2.69
31-33 Rich St31-33 Rich St4BR,1BA$3.50
90 Francis St90 Francis St2BR,1.5BA$2.87
The Point at WalthamS1Studio ,1BA$4.63
52 4th Ave52 4th AveStudio ,1BA$9.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Highlands Waltham, Waltham, MA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Waltham, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Highlands Waltham Neighborhood in Waltham, MA

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $2,195.

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 $2,741, while the average apartment in Highlands Waltham costs $5,700.

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