
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lakeview area of Waltham.


140 College Farm Rd

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49 Jacqueline Rd, Unit 6

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47 Nathan Rd, Unit 1

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Waltham Overlook

639 Lincoln St

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112 Russell St, Unit 112A

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22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1

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ReNew Waltham
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J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham

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23 Marlborough Rd

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The Point at Waltham

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90 Francis St

The Merc

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The 305, A Broadstone Community

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1000 Lexington St, Unit 15

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The Ridge

52 4th Ave
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Briar Glen Village

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315 Warren St, Unit 2

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Avalon Bear Hill

32 4th Ave

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315 Warren St

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Alexan Waltham

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317 Warren St, Unit 2

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19 Banks St, Unit 1

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31-33 Rich St
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19 Banks St

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19 Banks St, Unit #1

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48 South St, Unit 2

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48 South St, Unit 1

1247 Trapelo Rd

1247 Trapelo Rd

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23 Weston St, Unit 21

Windsor Village at Waltham

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69 Stuart St, Unit A
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44 Lawrence Ln, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment

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Avalon at Lexington

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Avalon at Lexington Hills

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40 Townly Rd, Unit 3

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32 Grandview Ave, Unit 34 Grandview

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52 Gilbert St, Unit 52

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60 Gilbert St, Unit 1

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42 Wilmot St, Unit 1

100 Lexington Ridge Dr
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100 Lexington Ridge Dr
Lakeview, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeview?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Studio Apartments | $2,851 | $2,325 | $3,259 |
| Lakeview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $2,100 | $4,235 |
| Lakeview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,801 | $2,175 | $7,639 |
| Lakeview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,769 | $2,900 | $7,920 |
| Lakeview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $1,100 | $5,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakeview Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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Cheapest Available Lakeview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeview area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Waltham priced from $2,269. J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,325. Here are the most affordable Lakeview apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Waltham | Ashworth | 1BR,1BA | $2,269 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Waltham Overlook | A1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Windsor Village at Waltham | The Dartmouth | 1BR,1BA | $2,509 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview, MA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview area is the $0.38 price per square foot 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit #1 in the in the North Waltham neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Lakeview apartment is the 315 Warren St Model at 315 Warren St starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.38 |
| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 183 Weston St | 183 Weston St | 6BR,4BA | $2.50 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 60 Gilbert St, Unit 1 | 60 Gilbert St | 4BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit 1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| 315 Warren St, Unit 2 | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 22 Daniels Ct, Unit 1 | 22 Daniels Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 90 Francis St | 90 Francis St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakeview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeview is under $2,509.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeview is ReNew Waltham which is listed at $2,269, while the average apartment in Lakeview costs $7,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeview?
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 10 regular apartments in Lakeview that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lakeview?
Cheap apartments in Lakeview have an average cost of $752 which is $6,348 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeview.
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