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Island, Waltham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Island Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
Newton GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Island, MA

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Island area is the $0.75 price per square foot 48 Caldwell Rd Model at 48 Caldwell Rd, Unit 1 in the in the Roberts neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Island apartment is the 1383 Washington St Model at 1383 Washington St, Unit 3 starting at $3,600 with a $0.36 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
48 Caldwell Rd, Unit 148 Caldwell Rd5BR,5BA$0.75
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
2049 Commonwealth Ave, Unit Bsmt2049 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.21
137 Virginia Rd137 Virginia Rd4BR,2BA$1.49
137 Virginia Rd137 Virginia Rd4BR,2BA$1.68
153 Walnut St, Unit 1153 Walnut St4BR,3BA$1.64
55 Stow St, Unit 255 Stow St3BR,2BA$1.63
444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2444 Lowell Ave5BR,2BA$2.00
9 Eddy St, Unit 19 Eddy St4BR,2BA$1.95
84 Walker St, Unit 1 - room84 Walker St1BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Island?

There are currently 525 Apartments for Rent in Island, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $22,765. There are also 216 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Island ranging from $1,130 to $25,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Island ranges from $1,130 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,099.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Island range from $2,830 to $16,697, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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