
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,100 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Side area of Waltham.


34 Crescent 4 Crescent

206 High St

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260 River St, Unit 6

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148 Crescent St, Unit B
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189 River St

177 Robbins St

266-274 River St

Newton Gardens

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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 | $2,370 | $1,175 | $3,135 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,561 | $2,000 | $3,299 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $2,300 | $4,000 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $2,730 | $4,299 |
| South Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,150 | $3,550 | $4,750 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Side Neighborhood of Waltham, MA.
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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. Silver Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,300. 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 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Newton Gardens | One Bedroom Style 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MA
As of March 13, 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 $10,000 with a $2.33 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 | $2.33 |
| 21 Bolton St, Unit #2 | 21 Bolton St | 6BR,5.5BA | $2.09 |
| 21 Bolton St | 21 Bolton St | 6BR,5.5BA | $2.33 |
| 210 Adams St | 210 Adams St | 4BR,3BA | $2.64 |
| 51 Taylor St, Unit 4 | 51 Taylor St | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Currents on the Charles | Two Bedroom B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| 53 Myrtle St | 53 Myrtle St | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 25 Maple St, Unit 25-1R | 25 Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Side Apartment is $2,345 at Newton Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Side is starting from $2,300 at Silver Lake Apartments.
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