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

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25 Oakland St

230 Walnut St, Unit 30A

25 Ash St, Unit 03, Unit 03

12 Colonial Village Dr

12 Hammond St, Unit A, Unit A
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147 Brown St, Unit 2R, Unit 2R

243 Lake St

1 Colonial Village Dr

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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976

20 Riverside St, Unit 3-3

240 Sycamore St

172 River St, Unit B-6, Unit B-6

51 Jacqueline Rd
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95 Adams St, Unit 16

175 Adams St, Unit 45

175 Adams St, Unit 42

35 Flett Rd

240 Crescent St

270 Grove St, Unit 5

250 Grove St

36 Worthen Rd E, Unit A3
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82 Lionel Ave

95 Adams St, Unit 8

175 Adams St, Unit 35

175 Adams St, Unit 33

95 Adams St, Unit 03

27 McKenn St, Unit 1

173 Adams Ave

175 Adams St, Unit 13
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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 | $3,316 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,079 | $2,700 | $7,500 |
| Waltham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,902 | $1,125 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,511 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Waltham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,618 | $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. Whitney Towers in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,200. 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 |
| Whitney Towers | G - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| River Park Lofts | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (Flat/Affordable) | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of May 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.19 price per square foot 125 Trapelo Rd Model at 125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 12 in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 6 Swetts Ct Model at 6 Swetts Ct, Unit 1 starting at $3,700 with a $0.37 price per square foot in the West End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 Trapelo Rd, Unit 12 | 125 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| 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 |
| 26 Maple St | 26 Maple St | 4BR,1BA | $0.32 |
| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 137 Trapelo Rd, Unit #125-33 | 137 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 532 Belmont St, Unit #24 | 532 Belmont St | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 301 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1.5BA | $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 649 Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $12,185. There are also 374 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waltham ranging from $1,100 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 $1,100 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,852.
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 $12,185, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.
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