Studio Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA (53 Rentals)

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21-23 Pine St
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21-23 Pine St

21-23 Pine StWaltham, MA 02453
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12 Lyman St
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12 Lyman St

12 Lyman StWaltham, MA 02452
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271 Newton St
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271 Newton St

271 Newton StWaltham, MA 02453
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30-32 Dexter St
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30-32 Dexter St

30-32 Dexter StWaltham, MA 02453

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132 Crescent
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132 Crescent

132 CrescentWaltham, MA 02453
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577 South St
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577 South St

577 South StWaltham, MA 02453

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Waltham, MA Local Guide

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Largest Available Waltham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Waltham, MA is found at Edison on the Charles by Windsor in the Nonantum neighborhood and is 738 square feet priced from $2,675. Charlesbank Apartment Homes in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 730 square feet and currently listed start at $2,599. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Waltham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Edison on the Charles by WindsorS1738 Sq Ft$2,675
Charlesbank Apartment HomesCurtis730 Sq Ft$2,599
The MercStudio-C609 Sq Ft$2,525
Hamilton PlaceStudio600 Sq Ft$2,100
The Point at WalthamS1558 Sq Ft$2,507
457 Centre StStudio554 Sq Ft$2,275
The 305, A Broadstone CommunityS1553 Sq Ft$2,816

Cheapest Available Waltham Studio Apartments

As of May 18, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Waltham, MA is the Furnished Studio Model starting from $1,150 at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term in the Nonantum neighborhood. The second most affordable Waltham Studio is the Studio Model at Hamilton Place starting at $2,100 in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Waltham is currently $2,954. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Waltham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished Studio$1,150
Hamilton PlaceStudio$2,100
457 Centre StStudio$2,275
Currents on the CharlesStudio E1$2,399
The Point at WalthamS1$2,507

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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.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Waltham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Waltham with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Waltham is at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term listed at $1,150.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Waltham Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Waltham is $2,954.

What is the largest available Studio Waltham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waltham is a 738 square feet unit starting from $2,675 at Edison on the Charles by Windsor.

What is the average size for Waltham Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Waltham is currently 597 sq ft.

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