
Apartments for Rent in the Island Neighborhood of Waltham, MA (571 Rentals)


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The Point at Waltham

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Charlesbank Estates

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Currents on the Charles

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Watch Factory Lofts

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Charlesbank Gardens

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ReNew Waltham

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The Merc

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Longview Place

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28 Bolton St

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24 Elson Rd, Unit 2

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41 Walnut St, Unit 41 Walnut 21

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41 Walnut St, Unit Zvi Stein unit

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68 Adams St, Unit #2

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215 Newton St, Unit 215 Newton St

213 Newton St A, Unit Kanaya

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54 Central St
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22 Morton St, Unit 22A

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213 Newton Street, Unit Newton St

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23 Weston St, Unit 21

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90 Francis St

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260 River St, Unit 6

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53 Nathan Rd, Unit 2

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80 Robbins St, Unit 3

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24 Elson Rd, Unit 2

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240 Robbins St, Unit 1

10 Underwood Park
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9 Dexter St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

24 Washington Ave

79 Brown St

85 Brown St, Unit 2

139 Adams St, Unit 2

41 Angleside Rd, Unit 3

147 Brown St, Unit 2R

23 Maple St, Unit 2

251 Brown St, Unit 1
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103 Alder St, Unit 1

153 Chestnut St

153 Chestnut St

153 Chestnut St

254 Ash St, Unit 4

751 South St

150 Alder St, Unit 1

150 Alder St, Unit 1

76 Winthrop St

183 Weston St
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Island, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Island?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Island Studio Apartments | $2,505 | $1,200 | $3,135 |
| Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,795 | $4,394 |
| Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,340 | $2,095 | $5,611 |
| Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,937 | $2,900 | $6,748 |
| Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,718 | $2,995 | $5,400 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Island?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,261 | $2,146 | $7,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,084 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $5,102 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $7,368 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $7,573 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIsland, Waltham, MA
Ranked #1
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Waltham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? this residential neighborhood is a leading area of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, trails and recreation, and more.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog or cat owners, listen up! this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Island
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Island area of Waltham, MA?
As of today, September 12, 2026, there are currently 571 available Island apartments priced from $1,200 to $8,750, with an average monthly rent of $3,357.
How much are Studio apartments in Island?
There are currently 189 Studio Apartments in Island with rent ranges from $1,200 to $3,135 with an average price of $2,505.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Island Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Island ranges from $1,795 to $4,394 with an average monthly rent of $2,833.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Island cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Island range from $2,095 to $5,611. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,340.
How expensive are Island Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 41 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Island on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,900 to $6,748 - averaging $3,937 for the location.
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