1011 Washington St
NewtonMA02460
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1011 Washington St
NewtonMA02460
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ArlingtonMA02476
Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home in Newton Corner, Unit B
337 Central St
NewtonMA02466
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337 Central St
NewtonMA02466
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14 Bacon St
NewtonMA02458
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14 Bacon St
NewtonMA02458
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14 Bacon St
NewtonMA02458
24 Orchard Ave
WalthamMA02452
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1418-18 Beacon St
BostonMA02458
10 Colonial Village Dr
ArlingtonMA02474
172 River St
WalthamMA02453
11 Derby St
WalthamMA02453
19 Norumbega Terrace
WalthamMA02453
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19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1
19 Norumbega TerraceWaltham, MA 02453
20 Chester St, Unit 2
20 Chester St
WatertownMA02472
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$1,920
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Base Rent$1,560
Required Monthly Fees$360
Total Monthly Price$1,920
28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
144 School St, Unit 2
144 School St
WalthamMA02451
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550 Belmont St, Unit 2
550 Belmont St
WatertownMA02472
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550 Belmont St, Unit 2
550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
52 Jacqueline Rd, Unit 10
52 Jacqueline Rd
WalthamMA02452
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125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 14
125 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
158 Adams St
NewtonMA02458
386 Common St
BelmontMA02478
125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 3
125 Trapelo Rd
BelmontMA02478
125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 14
125 Trapelo Rd
BelmontMA02478
122 Bacon St, Unit B
122 Bacon St
WalthamMA02451
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52 4th Ave
52 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
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175 Adams St, Unit 13
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
175 Adams St, Unit 13
175 Adams St
NewtonMA02458
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5 Clinton St, Unit 1
5 Clinton StNewton, MA 02458
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85 Charles St, Unit 7
85 Charles StWaltham, MA 02453
270 Grove St, Unit 4
270 Grove St
NewtonMA02466
103 Alder St, Unit 1
103 Alder St
WalthamMA02453
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175 Adams St, Unit 15
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
43 Jacqueline Rd
WalthamMA02452
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175 Adams St, Unit 15
175 Adams St
NewtonMA02458
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85 Charles St, Unit 2
85 Charles StWaltham, MA 02453
172 River St, Unit B4
172 River St
WalthamMA02453
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Waltham, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Waltham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,178 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,975 | $1,250 | $9,650 |
| Waltham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,899 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,226 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,750 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Homes in Waltham, MA
Pricing Updated: 09/27/2026Current rental homes 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 Homes for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Reservoir | $3,700 | $3,700 | 1 |
Best Value Homes for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of September 27, 2026 the best value rental home in the Waltham area is the $0.50 price per square foot 153 Chestnut St Model at 153 Chestnut St in the Nonantum neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Waltham rental home is the 10 Fletcher Ter Model at 10 Fletcher Ter, Unit H-1 in the East Watertown neighborhood starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waltham homes based on price per square foot:
| Home Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 153 Chestnut St | 153 Chestnut St | 5BR, 2BA | $0.50 |
| 10 Fletcher Ter, Unit H-1 | 10 Fletcher Ter | 2BR, 1BA | $0.28 |
| 125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 16 | 125 Trapelo Rd | 2BR, 1BA | $0.27 |
| 505 Main St, Unit LEFT | 505 Main St | 3BR, 2BA | $0.36 |
| 139 Adams St, Unit 2 | 139 Adams St | 5BR, 2BA | $0.51 |
| 85 Brown St, Unit 2 | 85 Brown St | 3BR, 2BA | $0.28 |
| 9 Bertrand Rd | 9 Bertrand Rd | 3BR, 3.5BA | $0.45 |
| 409 Lowell Ave, Unit #1 | 409 Lowell Ave | 3BR, 2BA | $0.38 |
| 61-63-63 Church St, Unit 61-2 | 61-63-63 Church St | 3BR, 1BA | $0.52 |
| 24 Orchard Ave | 24 Orchard Ave | 3BR, 1.5BA | $0.74 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waltham?
There are currently 626 Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $14,185. There are also 318 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waltham ranging from $900 to $12,000.
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 $900 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,013.
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 $2,650 to $11,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $9,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $950.
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