
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,600 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lakeview area of Waltham.


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37 Prospect Street Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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Waltham Overlook

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The Point at Waltham

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ReNew Waltham

J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham

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90 Francis St

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The 305, A Broadstone Community

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The Ridge
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52 4th Ave

The Merc

32 4th Ave

Briar Glen Village

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315 Warren St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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Alexan Waltham

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315 Warren St

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37 Everett St, Unit Gorgeous 2 Bedroom, Unit Gorgeous 2 Bedroom

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104 Winter St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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317 Warren St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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315 Warren St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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Avalon Bear Hill

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17 Stratton Ter, Unit 3, Unit 3

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31-33 Rich St

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19 Banks St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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19 Banks St

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19 Banks St, Unit #1, Unit #1

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48 South St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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123 Russell St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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Windsor Village at Waltham

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44 Lawrence Ln, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment

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Avalon at Lexington

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40 Townly Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3

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65 Olcott St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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Avalon at Lexington Hills

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60 Gilbert St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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42 Wilmot St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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100 Lexington Ridge Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID4128A
Lakeview, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeview?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Lakeview Studio Apartments | $2,654 | $1,600 | $3,259 |
| Lakeview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,046 | $2,100 | $6,421 |
| Lakeview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,678 | $2,349 | $6,391 |
| Lakeview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,575 | $2,900 | $6,090 |
| Lakeview 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,960 | $3,500 | $5,400 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 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 Studio unit found at The Point at Waltham priced from $2,164. ReNew Waltham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,299. Here are the most affordable Lakeview apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at Waltham | S1 (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $2,164 |
| ReNew Waltham | Adams | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
| J.E. Furnished Apartments of Waltham | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,325 |
| Waltham Overlook | A1AR | 1BR,1BA | $2,470 |
| Windsor Village at Waltham | The Dartmouth | 1BR,1BA | $2,523 |
| The 305, A Broadstone Community | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,807 |
| The Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,814 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview, MA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeview area is the $0.30 price per square foot 315 Warren St Model at 315 Warren St in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Lakeview apartment is the 19 Banks St Model at 19 Banks St, Unit #1 starting at $3,600 with a $0.36 price per square foot in the North Waltham 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. |
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| 315 Warren St | 315 Warren St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 19 Banks St, Unit #1 | 19 Banks St | 3BR,2BA | $0.36 |
| 183 Weston St | 183 Weston St | 6BR,4BA | $2.50 |
| 54 Central St | 54 Central St | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.08 |
| 17 Stratton Ter, Unit 3 | 17 Stratton Ter | 4BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 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 |
| 90 Francis St | 90 Francis St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
| 37 Prospect Street Ave, Unit 2 | 37 Prospect Street Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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 $2,814.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeview is ReNew Waltham which is listed at $2,299, 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 30 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 $567 which is $6,533 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeview.
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