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337 Central St
BostonMA02466
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337 Central St
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BostonMA02466
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239 Grove St
239 Grove StWaltham, MA 02453
25 Ash St, Unit 03
25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
143 Walnut St, Unit STUDIO
143 Walnut St
NewtonMA02460
147 Brown St, Unit 2R
147 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
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28 Austin St, Unit SI FL2-ID976
28 Austin StNewton, MA 02460
145 Brown St, Unit 2R
145 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
95 Adams St, Unit 16
95 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
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95 Adams St, Unit 16
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
89 Cushing St
WalthamMA02453
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95 Adams St, Unit 8
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
23 Clinton St, Unit 1
23 Clinton St
WalthamMA02453
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124 Felton St, Unit 1
124 Felton StWaltham, MA 02453
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31 Weston St
WalthamMA02453
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172 River St
WalthamMA02453
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WalthamMA02453
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19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1
19 Norumbega TerraceWaltham, MA 02453
19 Norumbega Terrace, Unit 1
19 Norumbega Terrace
WalthamMA02453
173 Adams Ave
NewtonMA02465
124 Felton St
WalthamMA02453
192 Adams St, Unit 1
192 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
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269 Lexington St, Unit 3
269 Lexington St
AuburndaleMA02466
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WalthamMA02453
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95 Adams St, Unit 9
95 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
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WalthamMA02453
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95 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
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23 Maple St, Unit 2F
23 Maple StWaltham, MA 02453
141 Brown St, Unit 2F
141 Brown St
WalthamMA02453
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23 Maple St
WalthamMA02453
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Island, Waltham, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Island?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,272 | $2,200 | $7,950 |
| Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,652 | $2,700 | $5,499 |
| Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,679 | $3,200 | $7,500 |
| Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,004 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Island 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,378 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
| Woodland Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| ReNew Waltham | Anderson | 1BR,1BA | $2,359 |
| Charlesbank Estates | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Island, MA
As of July 12, 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 27 Gammons Rd Model at 27 Gammons Rd starting at $12,000 with a $2.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255 Derby St | 255 Derby St | 3BR,2BA | $0.35 |
| 27 Gammons Rd | 27 Gammons Rd | 5BR,4.5BA | $2.00 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 137 Virginia Rd | 137 Virginia Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 444 Lowell Ave, Unit 2 | 444 Lowell Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 407 Lowell Ave, Unit 407 Lowell Ave Newton | 407 Lowell Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| 17 Stratton Ter, Unit 3 | 17 Stratton Ter | 4BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 53 Angleside Rd, Unit 1 | 53 Angleside Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| 22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1 | 22 Daniels Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Island?
There are currently 419 Apartments for Rent in Island, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $12,000. There are also 205 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Island ranging from $1,025 to $22,500.
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 $1,025 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,179.
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 $2,900 to $7,280, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $5,499. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.
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