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property at 31 Hamlin Ln

31 Hamlin Ln

NeedhamMA02492

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25 Bayard St

DedhamMA02026

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97 Spring St

BostonMA02132

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57 Eliot St
1 Bedroom Apartments

57 Eliot St

57 Eliot StNatick, MA 01760

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Needham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Needham Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1459-1461 VFW PkyStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
Lincoln Street ApartmentsA1M1BR,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Needham area is the $0.54 price per square foot 2044 Beacon St Model at 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $5,400. The second greatest value Needham apartment is the 21 Kippy Dr Model at 21 Kippy Dr, Unit 21 starting at $3,400 with a $0.34 price per square foot in the Oak Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Needham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2044 Beacon St, Unit 22044 Beacon St4BR,4BA$0.54
21 Kippy Dr, Unit 2121 Kippy Dr3BR,2BA$0.34
187 Bridge St, Unit 2187 Bridge St2BR,2BA$0.32
2261 Washington St, Unit 12261 Washington St2BR,1.5BA$0.30
40 Druid Hill Rd, Unit 4040 Druid Hill Rd5BR,5.5BA$2.00
27 Gammons Rd27 Gammons Rd5BR,4.5BA$2.00
77 Hartford St, Unit 7777 Hartford St3BR,2BA$2.03
77 Hartford St, Unit #177 Hartford St3BR,2BA$2.03
77 Hartford St, Unit 277 Hartford St3BR,2BA$2.03
77 Hartford St, Unit #177 Hartford St3BR,2BA$2.03

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Getting Around Needham, MA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Needham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Needham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Needham is at 1459-1461 VFW Pky listed at $1,725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Needham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Needham Apartment is $2,200 at Lincoln Street Apartments.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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