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

Room in Shared 5 bed/2.5 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home, Unit D

Room in Shared 4 bed/2 bath home, Unit A

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

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

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

239 Grove St

125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 1a
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25 Ash St, Unit 03

140 College Farm Rd

143 Walnut St, Unit STUDIO

12 Colonial Village Dr

147 Brown St, Unit 2R

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

145 Brown St, Unit 2R

61-63-63 Newell Rd

240 Sycamore St

252 Ash St, Unit 2
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245 Main St, Unit 55

95 Adams St, Unit 16

89 Cushing St

100 Madison Ave

124 Felton St, Unit 1

175 Adams St, Unit 45

95 Adams St, Unit 8

16 Whites Ave, Unit 45

175 Adams St, Unit 42

104 Summer St
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23 Clinton St, Unit 1

101 Summer St

240 Crescent St

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1

194 Lexington St

125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 16

109 Warren St

100 Bacon St, Unit 1

62 Carey Ave
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125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 16

125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 33

175 Adams St, Unit 35

175 Adams St, Unit 33

1932 Washington St

102 Central St

124 Felton St

41 Lionel Ave, Unit D

192 Adams St, Unit 1

269 Lexington St, Unit 3
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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 | $3,199 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,908 | $2,700 | $6,750 |
| Waltham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,884 | $1,125 | $9,500 |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,724 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,543 | $4,795 | $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 $1,200. Waltham Overlook in the Woodhaven neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,230. 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 |
| Waltham Overlook | A1AF | 1BR,1BA | $2,230 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Income-Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| ReNew Waltham | Ashworth | 1BR,1BA | $2,269 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.27 price per square foot 8 Homer St Model at 8 Homer St in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 315 Warren St Model at 315 Warren St starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow 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 | $0.27 |
| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| 74 Chapel St | 74 Chapel St | 5BR,3.5BA | $2.04 |
| 444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2 | 444 Lowell Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 35 Jewett St, Unit 2 | 35 Jewett St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 115 Withington Rd, Unit 115 | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 115 Withington Rd | 115 Withington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 32 Cherry St, Unit 4 | 32 Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waltham?
There are currently 644 Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $17,235. There are also 468 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waltham ranging from $950 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 $950 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,701.
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 $2,700 to $17,235, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,250.
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