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757 Highland Ave
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757 Highland Ave

757 Highland AveNeedham, MA 02494
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Needham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Needham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Needham, MA is a Studio unit found at 1459-1461 VFW Pky in the East Dedham neighborhood priced from $1,725. 57 Eliot St in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Needham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1459-1461 VFW PkyStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
57 Eliot StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,000
Lincoln Street ApartmentsA1M1BR,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Needham, MA

As of March 26, 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 82 Gardner St Model at 82 Gardner St, Unit 30 starting at $2,700 with a $0.27 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
82 Gardner St, Unit 3082 Gardner St1BR,1BA$0.27
27 Gammons Rd, Unit 127 Gammons Rd5BR,4.5BA$2.00
27 Gammons Rd27 Gammons Rd5BR,4.5BA$2.00
7 Abbott St, Unit 27 Abbott St3BR,1.5BA$1.60
46 Auburn St, Unit 246 Auburn St3BR,1.5BA$1.81
77 Hartford St, Unit 77 Hartford St77 Hartford St3BR,2BA$2.03
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

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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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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 $2,000 at 57 Eliot St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Needham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Needham is starting from $2,775 at Woodland Park.

What is the most affordable Needham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Needham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,650.

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