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94 Adams StWaltham, MA 02453
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (17 Rentals)
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209 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
72 Adams St
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33 Gorham St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,050
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$2,050
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20 School Ave, Unit A1
20 School AveWaltham, MA 02453
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$2,095
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80 Robbins St, Unit 2
80 Robbins StWaltham, MA 02453
259 Calvary St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,150
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$2,150
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260 River St, Unit 6
260 River StWaltham, MA 02453
178 Robbins St
WalthamMA02453
37 Gordon St
WalthamMA02453
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$2,200
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16 Maple St, Unit 4
16 Maple StWaltham, MA 02453
189 River St
WalthamMA02453
13 Spruce St
WalthamMA02453
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$1,800 - $3,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNewton Gardens
129-151 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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$2,300 - $2,650
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Silver Lake Apartments
128 North StNewtonville, MA 02460
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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 | $2,390 | $1,175 | $3,135 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,624 | $1,800 | $3,310 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,084 | $2,200 | $4,045 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,201 | $2,730 | $4,299 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,372 | $4,750 | $5,995 |
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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 $2,285. 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 - Workforce Housing Initiative, Income | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
| Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2,393 |
| Watch Factory Lofts | Crescent | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Edison on the Charles by Windsor | A2d | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MA
As of December 11, 2025 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 |
| 5 Naviens Ln, Unit 2 | 5 Naviens Ln | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.22 |
| 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 |
| 25 Maple St, Unit 25-1R | 25 Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 80 Robbins St, Unit 2 | 80 Robbins St | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 20 School Ave, Unit A1 | 20 School Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 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 the price of a cheap apartment in South Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Side is Newton Gardens which is listed at $2,285, 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 8 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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