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Waban, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Waban Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lincoln Street ApartmentsA1M1BR,1BA$2,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waban, MA and Nearby

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waban 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 Waban apartment is the 1789 Commonwealth Ave Model at 1789 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1 starting at $5,900 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Thompsonville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waban apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2044 Beacon St, Unit 22044 Beacon St4BR,4BA$0.54
1789 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 11789 Commonwealth Ave5BR,2BA$0.59
283 Lowell Ave, Unit 1283 Lowell Ave2BR,1BA$0.27
1383 Washington St, Unit #31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
21 Kippy Dr, Unit 2121 Kippy Dr3BR,2BA$0.34
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
1383 Washington St, Unit 31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
83 Alder St, Unit C83 Alder St5BR,3BA$0.55

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Getting Around Waban, MA

Walk Score®

55 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

50 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waban Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waban?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waban is at Lincoln Street Apartments listed at $2,350.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waban is starting from $2,650 at Woodland Park.

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