239 Grove St
WalthamMA02453
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Island Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (73 Rentals)
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Studio Apartments Available NowAdams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term
94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
8 Exchange St
WalthamMA02451
29 Walnut St
WalthamMA02453
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$1,900
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$1,900
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$1,900
150 Crescent St, Unit 150
150 Crescent StWaltham, MA 02453
27 Middle St
WalthamMA02451
95 Adams St, Unit 16
95 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
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95 Adams St, Unit 16
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,150
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$2,150
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$2,150
260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,195
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 31Total Monthly Price
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$2,195
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$2,195
15 Lyman St, Unit #3
15 Lyman StWaltham, MA 02452
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$2,200 - $3,200
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$2,200 - $3,200
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62 Bedford St
62 Bedford StWaltham, MA 02453
95 Adams St, Unit 9
95 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1
22 Daniels CtWaltham, MA 02453
172 River St, Unit B4
172 River St
WalthamMA02453
124 Felton St, Unit 1
124 Felton St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,2001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
95 Adams St, Unit 9
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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124 Felton St, Unit 1
124 Felton StWaltham, MA 02453
30 Appleton St
WalthamMA02453
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19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1
19 Norumbega TerraceWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,275
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$2,275
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$2,275
58 Ash St, Unit 3
58 Ash StWaltham, MA 02453
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22 Summer Ave
WalthamMA02452
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$2,300
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$2,300
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$2,300
53 Nathan Rd, Unit 2
53 Nathan RdWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,300
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$2,300
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75 Fuller St, Unit 1
75 Fuller StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,317 - $4,359
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$2,317 - $4,359
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ReNew Waltham
20 Middlesex CirWaltham, MA 02452
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$2,325 - $2,500
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$2,325 - $2,500
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156 Brown St
156 Brown StWaltham, MA 02453
126 Felton St, Unit 2
126 Felton St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,350 - $2,980
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$2,350 - $2,980
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Charlesbank Estates
70 Charles River RdWaltham, MA 02453
14 Wadsworth Ave
WalthamMA02453
42-44 Caughey St
WalthamMA02451
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$2,3751 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
42 Caughey St, Unit 42 Caughey 1
42 Caughey StWaltham, MA 02451
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$2,398 - $6,171
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$2,398 - $6,171
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The Point at Waltham
341 2nd AveWaltham, MA 02451
29 McKenn St, Unit 1B
29 McKenn St
WalthamMA02453
29 McKenn St
WalthamMA02453
23 Maple St, Unit 2
23 Maple St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,475
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$2,475
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$2,475
80 Robbins St, Unit 3
80 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
43 Rich St
WalthamMA02451
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$2,550 - $4,299
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowWatch Factory Lofts
183-241 Crescent StWaltham, MA 02453
151 Grove St
WalthamMA02453
41 Angleside Rd, Unit 3
41 Angleside Rd
WalthamMA02453
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$2,600
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$2,600
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110 Columbus Ave, Unit Columbus Ave
110 Columbus AveWaltham, MA 02451
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
177 Robbins St
177-181 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
50-58-58 Walnut St, Unit 12
50-58-58 Walnut St
WalthamMA02453
19 Winthrop St
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89 Cushing St
WalthamMA02453
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266-274 River St
266-274 River StWaltham, MA 02453
121 Chestnut St, Unit 1
121 Chestnut St
WalthamMA02453
31 Weston St
WalthamMA02453
10 Middle St Ct
WalthamMA02451
6 Norumbega Terrace
WalthamMA02453
50 Hammond St
WalthamMA02451
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island Studio Apartments | $2,532 | $1,200 | $3,135 |
| Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $1,100 | $4,695 |
| Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,463 | $2,195 | $5,490 |
| Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,978 | $2,750 | $7,138 |
| Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,898 | $3,495 | $4,750 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Island Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Island Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Island area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,200. Silver Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Island apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Newton Gardens | One Bedroom Style 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| The Point at Waltham | A1 (Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $2,398 |
| ReNew Waltham | Boston | 2BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Woodland Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Island, MA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Island area is the $0.35 price per square foot 255 Derby St Model at 255 Derby St in the in the Wellesley Farms neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Island apartment is the 83 Lexington St Model at 83 Lexington St, Unit 1 starting at $4,500 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Wellesley Farms 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255 Derby St | 255 Derby St | 3BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 83 Lexington St, Unit 1 | 83 Lexington St | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.25 |
| 210 Adams St | 210 Adams St | 4BR,3BA | $2.64 |
| 253 Brown St, Unit 253 Brown Street | 253 Brown St | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| 161 Walnut St, Unit 161 Walnut St, Newton, MA 02460 | 161 Walnut St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
| 213 Newton Street, Unit Newton St | 213 Newton Street | 3BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1 | 22 Daniels Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 90 Francis St | 90 Francis St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
| Charlesbank Gardens | Two Bedroom - One Bath Unit (Large Living Room) | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Island is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Island Apartment is $2,350 at Newton Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Island is starting from $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.
What is the most affordable Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alexan Waltham and starts from $5,430.
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