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Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit C

337 Central St

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit C

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit A

20 Chester St, Unit 2

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

180 River St

243 Lake St
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245 Main St, Unit 65

245 Main St, Unit 65

140 College Farm Rd

24 Whites Ave

14 Stearns St

19 Winthrop St, Unit 1

50 Cushing Ave

124 Felton St, Unit 1

245 Main St

89 Cushing St
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95 Adams St, Unit 9

95 Adams St, Unit 9

124 Felton St, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 33

175 Adams St, Unit 33

172 River St, Unit B4

550 Belmont St, Unit 2

144 School St, Unit 2

69 Newton St

97 Summer St
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175 Adams St, Unit 13

87 Arsenal St

126 Felton St, Unit 2

175 Adams St, Unit 13

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

151 Concord St

7 Colonial Village Dr

24 Whites Ave, Unit 36

24 Whites Ave, Unit 36

100 Summer St
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24 Whites Ave, Unit 16

175 Adams St, Unit 15

173 Adams Ave

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 15

270 Grove St, Unit 4

158 Adams St

150 Brown St, Unit 2R

71 Cherry St

43 Jacqueline Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Waltham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,121 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,863 | $2,700 | $9,650 |
| Waltham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,845 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,996 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,487 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waltham, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Waltham, MA area range in price from $3,700 to $3,700 with an overall median price of $3,700. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Waltham Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Reservoir | $3,700 | $3,700 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Waltham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waltham, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood priced from $1,200. The Point at Waltham in the Wellington Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,648. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waltham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Point at Waltham | S1 (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $1,648 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Income-Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| Hamilton Place | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of August 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.28 price per square foot 8 Homer St Model at 8 Homer St in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 83 Lexington St Model at 83 Lexington St, Unit 1 starting at $4,500 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Wellesley Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waltham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Homer St | 8 Homer St | 3BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 83 Lexington St, Unit 1 | 83 Lexington St | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.25 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 409 Lowell Ave, Unit 409 Lowell Ave | 409 Lowell Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 65 Olcott St, Unit 1 | 65 Olcott St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 115 Withington Rd, Unit 115 | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 213 Newton Street, Unit Newton St | 213 Newton Street | 3BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 21 Salisbury Rd, Unit 1 | 21 Salisbury Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 38 Blake St, Unit 1 | 38 Blake St | 3BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| 20 Broadway Ter, Unit #2 | 20 Broadway Ter | 2BR,1BA | $2.19 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waltham?
There are currently 640 Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $11,292. There are also 482 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waltham ranging from $1,025 to $24,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waltham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waltham ranges from $1,025 to $24,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,074.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waltham?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waltham range from $1,100 to $7,026, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $9,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,175 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.
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