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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (13 Rentals)
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479 Moody St
WalthamMA02453
34 Crescent
WalthamMA02453
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$2,000
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29 Gorham St, Unit 1
29 Gorham StWaltham, MA 02453
172 River St
WalthamMA02453
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106 Calvary St, Unit 106
106 Calvary StWaltham, MA 02453
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,200
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105 Adams St, Unit #02
105 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
8-10 Bolton St
WalthamMA02453
259 Calvary St
WalthamMA02453
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South Side, Waltham, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $2,294 | $1,175 | $3,135 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,950 | $3,565 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $2,150 | $4,650 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,150 | $2,730 | $4,299 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,750 | $4,750 | $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 $2,325. 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 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MA
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.24 price per square foot 139 Lowell St Model at 139 Lowell St, Unit 3 in the in the Nonantum neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 149 Crescent St Model at 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 starting at $3,000 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Nonantum 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 Lowell St, Unit 3 | 139 Lowell St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 149 Crescent St, Unit 302 | 149 Crescent St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 210 Adams St | 210 Adams St | 4BR,3BA | $2.64 |
| 51 Taylor St, Unit 4 | 51 Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 139 Adams St | 139 Adams St | 5BR,2BA | $3.46 |
| 53 Myrtle St | 53 Myrtle St | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 41 Washington Ave, Unit 3 | 41 Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 106 Calvary St, Unit 106 | 106 Calvary St | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
Getting Around the South Side Neighborhood in Waltham, MA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Side is under $2,405.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Side is Newton Gardens which is listed at $2,325, while the average apartment in South Side costs $4,750.
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 4 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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