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BostonMA02466
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BostonMA02466
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25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
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WatertownMA02472
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28 Austin St
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
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147 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
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121 Trapelo Rd
BelmontMA02478
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now125 Trapelo Rd
125 Trapelo RdBelmont, MA 02478
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550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
124 Bacon St, Unit B
124 Bacon St
WalthamMA02451
550 Belmont St
WatertownMA02472
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32 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
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52 4th AveWaltham, MA 02451
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NewtonMA02466
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512 Belmont St
WatertownMA02472
245 Main St
WatertownMA02472
245 Main St
WatertownMA02472
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550 Belmont StWatertown, MA 02472
125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 21
125 Trapelo Rd
BelmontMA02478
16 Whites Ave
WatertownMA02472
240 Crescent St
WalthamMA02453
262 Main St, Unit 44
262 Main St
WatertownMA02472
32 Whites Ave, Unit E112
32 Whites Ave
WatertownMA02472
282 Grove St
NewtonMA02466
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256 Lowell AveNewton, MA 02460
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282 Grove StNewton, MA 02466
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175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now175 Adams St
175 Adams StNewton, MA 02458
32 Whites Ave
WatertownMA02472
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WalthamMA02453
32 Whitman Rd
WalthamMA02453
245 Main St
WatertownMA02472
245 Main St
WatertownMA02472
245 Main St
WatertownMA02472
107 Clocktower Dr, Unit 107 Clocktower
107 Clocktower Dr
WalthamMA02452
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286 Grove StNewton, MA 02466
245 Main St
WatertownMA02472
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WatertownMA02472
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WatertownMA02472
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WalthamMA02452
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25 Westfield Rd
NewtonMA02465
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141 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
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175 Adams St
NewtonMA02458
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16 Whites Ave
WatertownMA02472
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WalthamMA02452
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Waltham?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Waltham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,811 | $1,460 | $3,900 |
| Waltham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,868 | $2,695 | $6,000 |
| Waltham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,899 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,497 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,563 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,175. Woodland Park in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. 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 | $1,175 |
| Woodland Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Affordable) | 1BR,1BA | $2,130 |
| ReNew Waltham | Auburn | 1BR,1BA | $2,189 |
| Newton Gardens | One Bedroom Affordable Style 1- Income Guidelines | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.37 price per square foot 6 Swetts Ct Model at 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value 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 Waltham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 | 6 Swetts Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.37 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 50 Hawthorn St, Unit 2A | 50 Hawthorn St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A | 16 Lafayette Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 84 Walker St, Unit 2 | 84 Walker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 532 Belmont St, Unit #24 | 532 Belmont St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waltham?
There are currently 645 Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $9,300. There are also 287 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waltham ranging from $1,030 to $22,500.
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 $1,030 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,485.
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 $2,450 to $6,779, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,030 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,250.
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