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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, MA

Pricing Updated: 04/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Newton, MA area range in price from $800 to $20,104 with an overall median price of $9,572. The three Newton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Thompsonville at $1,700, West Newton at $1,150, and Auburndale at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Thompsonville$4,700$1,70019
West Newton$5,800$1,150165
Auburndale$6,495$1,050146
Newton Center$6,750$800249
Newtonville$6,837$1,73089
Newton Lower Falls$7,500$2,7502
Newton Highlands$19,000$1,700111
Oak Hill$19,500$1,950114

Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, MA

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newton 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 apartment is the 84 Gordon St Model at 84 Gordon St, Unit 302 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22 Shepard St, Unit B22 Shepard St1BR,1BA$0.18
84 Gordon St, Unit 30284 Gordon StStudio ,1BA$0.20
175 N Beacon St, Unit 1175 N Beacon StStudio ,1BA$0.18
319 Allston St, Unit 3319 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.19
151 Murdock St, Unit 1151 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.20
36 Dighton St, Unit 336 Dighton St1BR,1BA$0.20
151 Murdock St, Unit 1151 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.20
317 Allston St, Unit 15317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
153 Murdock St, Unit 2153 Murdock St3BR,2BA$0.18
29-31 Litchfield St, Unit #329-31 Litchfield St1BR,1BA$0.20

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Newton Overview

If you are looking for a great place to live and work, then you have probably heard about Newton, MA. There are lots of individuals and families who are flocking to Newton, MA to call this place home. Located just west of Boston, it is known for its friendly people, temperate climate, and proximity to the ocean. If you are interested in living in apartments in Newton, MA, then learn more about this beautiful city below! See if there are Newton apartments that are right for you!

Why live in Newton, MA?

There are a number of major reasons why so many people are flocking to Newton, MA to call this place home. The biggest reason is that Newton, MA is close to Boston, providing residents with plenty of job opportunities, however, those who decide to live in Newton, MA do not have to pay the high prices that Boston has when it comes to property and rent. When this is combined with the friendly people, delicious food, and proximity to the ocean, it is easy to see why so many people are deciding to call Newton, MA home.

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Getting Around Newton, MA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 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 Newton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Newton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Newton is under $1,150.

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