
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (11 Rentals)
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32 Brown St

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366 Crescent St, Unit 2

259 Calvary St

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260 River St, Unit 6
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189 River St

76 Brown St

177 Robbins St

266-274 River St

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South Side, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $2,533 | $1,175 | $3,099 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,665 | $1,800 | $3,299 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $2,000 | $3,999 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,429 | $2,800 | $4,299 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,125 | $3,500 | $4,750 |
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Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,175. Newton Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable South Side 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 | $1,175 |
| Newton Gardens | One Bedroom Affordable Style 1- Income Guidelines | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2,408 |
| Edison on the Charles by Windsor | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MA
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.29 price per square foot 149 Crescent St Model at 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 in the in the Nonantum neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 21 Bolton St Model at 21 Bolton St, Unit #2 starting at $9,000 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Bemis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 21 Bolton St, Unit #2 | 21 Bolton St | 6BR,5.5BA | $2.09 |
| 210 Adams St | 210 Adams St | 4BR,3BA | $2.64 |
| 51 Taylor St, Unit 4 | 51 Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 53 Myrtle St | 53 Myrtle St | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 366 Crescent St, Unit 2 | 366 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 25 Maple St, Unit 25-1R | 25 Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Side is Newton Gardens which is listed at $2,195, while the average apartment in South Side costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Side?
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 7 regular apartments in South Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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