Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton Center, MA from $900 (94 Rentals)

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Newton Center, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton Center, MA and Nearby

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newton Center area is the $0.18 price per square foot 22 Shepard St Model at 22 Shepard St, Unit B in the in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Newton Center apartment is the 549 Washington St Model at 549 Washington St, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
549 Washington St, Unit 1549 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.22
24 Orkney Rd, Unit C24 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
36 Dighton St, Unit 336 Dighton St1BR,1BA$0.20
21 Orkney Rd, Unit 521 Orkney Rd1BR,1BA$0.23
5 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 2-45 Chestnut Hill AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 2-45 Chestnut Hill AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
488 Centre St, Unit 1488 Centre StStudio ,1BA$0.23
77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 277 Chiswick Rd1BR,1BA$0.21
2021 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #12021 Commonwealth Ave1BR,1BA$0.22

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Getting Around Newton Center, MA

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newton Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Newton Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Newton Center is at Hamilton Place listed at $2,100.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newton Center is starting from $2,400 at Riverside Apartments, 8-20.

What is the most affordable Newton Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Newton Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 35 Orkney Rd and starts from $2,700.

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