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155 Alder St, Unit 155
155 Alder StWaltham, MA 02453
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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
54 Rumford Ave
WalthamMA02453
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$1,850
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62 Bedford St, Unit 1
62 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
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104 Adams St, Unit 8
104 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
164 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
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$1,950
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33 Adams St, Unit #3
33 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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29 Maple St, Unit 29-1L
29 Maple StWaltham, MA 02453
5 Wellington Ave
WalthamMA02451
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35 Maple St, Unit #1L
35 Maple StWaltham, MA 02453
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13 Bedford St, Unit 13
13 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
172 River St
WalthamMA02453
17 Fern St
WalthamMA02453
118 Charles St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,150
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55 Nathan Rd, Unit 1
55 Nathan RdWaltham, MA 02453
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowReNew Waltham
20 Middlesex CirWaltham, MA 02452
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141 Brown St, Unit 141-1
141 Brown StWaltham, MA 02453
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41 Eddy St, Unit #A
41 Eddy StWaltham, MA 02453
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16 Gorham St, Unit A
16 Gorham StWaltham, MA 02453
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105 Adams St, Unit #02
105 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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393 Newton St, Unit 1
393 Newton StWaltham, MA 02453
368 Crescent St
WalthamMA02453
100 Central St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,250
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105 Adams St, Unit 95-2
105 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
78-80-80 Harvard St
WalthamMA02453
189 River St
WalthamMA02453
13 Spruce St
WalthamMA02453
22 Summer Ave
WalthamMA02452
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$1,200
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84 Walker St, Unit 1 - room
84 Walker StNewton, MA 02460
28 Austin St
NewtonMA02460
1143 Beacon St
NewtonMA02461
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$2,100
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344 Cherry St, Unit 1
344 Cherry StNewton, MA 02465
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175 Walnut St, Unit 2R
175 Walnut StNewton, MA 02460
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268 Grove St, Unit 2-A
268 Grove StAuburndale, MA 02466
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272 Grove St
272 Grove StAuburndale, MA 02466
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNewton Gardens
129-151 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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1143 Beacon St
1143 Beacon StNewton, MA 02461
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Island, Waltham, MA Local Guide
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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 | $2,248 | $1,080 | $3,912 |
| Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $1,200 | $9,023 |
| Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,453 | $2,200 | $9,200 |
| Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,175 | $2,780 | $7,521 |
| Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,517 | $3,399 | $9,900 |
| Island 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,243 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Island Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Island, MA
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Island area is the $0.21 price per square foot 344 Cherry St Model at 344 Cherry St, Unit 1 in the in the Wellesley Farms neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Island apartment is the 278 Grove St Model at 278 Grove St, Unit 11A starting at $2,600 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 344 Cherry St, Unit 1 | 344 Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 278 Grove St, Unit 11A | 278 Grove St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 175 Walnut St, Unit 2R | 175 Walnut St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 268 Grove St, Unit 2-A | 268 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 141 Brown St, Unit 141-1 | 141 Brown St | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 105 Adams St, Unit 95-2 | 105 Adams St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 139 Lowell St, Unit 3 | 139 Lowell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 41 Eddy St, Unit #A | 41 Eddy St | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
| 272 Grove St | 272 Grove St | Studio ,1BA | $0.22 |
| 204 High St, Unit 2 | 204 High St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
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Getting Around the Island Neighborhood in Waltham, MA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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29 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Island Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Island?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Island is under $1,175.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Island?
The cheapest apartment in Island is Newton Gardens which is listed at $2,199, while the average apartment in Island costs $7,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Island?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Island that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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