Cheap Homes for Rent in the Highlands Waltham Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $2,000 (11 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Highlands Waltham area of Waltham.

property at 144 School St
$2,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,000

Total Monthly Price$2,000
12 Month Lease Term
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
Affordability

144 School St, Unit 2

144 School St
WalthamMA02451
property at 35 Palmer St
$2,700

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,700

Total Monthly Price$2,700
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Cost Per Sq.Ft.

35 Palmer St

WalthamMA02451
property at 16 Winter St
$2,600 - $3,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,795

Total Monthly Price$2,795
2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now

16 Winter St

WalthamMA02451

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property at 87 Howard St
$3,250

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,250

Total Monthly Price$3,250
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

87 Howard St

WalthamMA02451
property at 32 Common St
$3,375

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,375

Total Monthly Price$3,375
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

32 Common St

WalthamMA02451

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property at 18 Howard St
$3,600

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,600

Total Monthly Price$3,600
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

18 Howard St

WalthamMA02451

Best Value Homes for Rent in Highlands Waltham, MA

As of September 20, 2026 the best value rental home in the Highlands Waltham area is the $0.50 price per square foot 1094 Main St Model at 1094 Main St in the North Waltham neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Highlands Waltham rental home is the 20 Smart St Model at 20 Smart St in the Wellington Crossing neighborhood starting at $4,400 with a $1.99 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands Waltham homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1094 Main St1094 Main St4BR, 2BA$0.50
20 Smart St20 Smart St3BR, 2.5BA$1.99
32 Common St32 Common St2BR, 2BA$3.07
32 Common32 Common2BR, 2BA$3.07

Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands Waltham

What type of rentals are currently available in Highlands Waltham?

There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Highlands Waltham, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,648 to $6,764. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highlands Waltham ranging from $2,000 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highlands Waltham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highlands Waltham ranges from $2,000 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,824.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Highlands Waltham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Highlands Waltham range from $2,950 to $6,764, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,250 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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