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Newton Center, MA Local Guide

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

As of April 16, 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
557 Washington St, Unit 1557 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.21
1880 Commonwealth Ave, Unit #171880 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.21
1933 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 171933 Commonwealth AveStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Pama Gdns, Unit 45 Pama Gdns1BR,1BA$0.22
36 Dighton St, Unit 336 Dighton St1BR,1BA$0.20
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
77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 277 Chiswick Rd1BR,1BA$0.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Newton Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Newton Center?

There are currently 3196 Apartments for Rent in Newton Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $23,500. There are also 2134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Newton Center ranging from $1,250 to $22,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Newton Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Newton Center ranges from $1,250 to $22,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,719.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Newton Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Newton Center range from $1,000 to $20,547, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $900.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.