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40 Prospect St Ave, Unit 5

ReNew Waltham
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456 Belmont St, Unit Studio Watertown

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Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waltham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Waltham Studio Apartments | $2,761 | $1,100 | $8,552 |
Cheap Waltham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,165 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Waltham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,667 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Waltham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,151 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Waltham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,376 | $3,000 | $8,500 |
Waltham 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,422 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Waltham 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,179 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Waltham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waltham, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood priced from $1,150. Belmont Street Apartments, 550 in the East Watertown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waltham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term | Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Belmont Street Apartments, 550 | S1G2 Studio 660sf | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
Riverside Apartments, 8-20 | S1G | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waltham area is the $0.24 price per square foot 62 Boyd St Model at 62 Boyd St, Unit 1 in the in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Waltham apartment is the 24 Whites Ave Model at 24 Whites Ave, Unit 54 starting at $2,550 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waltham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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62 Boyd St, Unit 1 | 62 Boyd St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
24 Whites Ave, Unit 54 | 24 Whites Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
283 Lowell Ave, Unit 1 | 283 Lowell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
248 Main St, Unit 41T | 248 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
14 Riverside St, Unit 2T | 14 Riverside St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
23 Jasset St, Unit 1 | 23 Jasset St | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
696 Beaver St | 696 Beaver St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
44 Jefferson St | 44 Jefferson St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
488 Centre St, Unit 1 | 488 Centre St | Studio ,1BA | $0.23 |
122 Trapelo Rd, Unit #33 | 122 Trapelo Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.22 |
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Waltham Overview
Commonly referred to as 'Watch City' thanks to its long and proud history as a city of industry, Waltham is a blue collar city with much to offer. From its stately downtown streets to the abundance of regional sites to see, this arts-friendly hub combines amenities and charm to yield a Massachusetts locale well worthy of consideration.
Why live in Waltham, MA?
From the abundance of public parks and biking paths along the scenic Charles River, to the celebrated museums and eclectic eateries, apartments for rent in Waltham present a fantastic opportunity to get to know this thriving Massachusetts city. With several universities within easy reach and top employers including Bank of America and Verizon helping to grow the local economy, Waltham apartments remain a solid choice for anyone considering a move to the Tri-State area.
Best Local Schools in Waltham, MA
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Getting Around Waltham, MA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- 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 Waltham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waltham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waltham is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,150.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waltham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waltham Apartment is $2,120 at ReNew Waltham.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waltham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waltham is starting from $2,420 at ReNew Waltham.
What is the most affordable Waltham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waltham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,700.
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