Cheap Homes for Rent in Island Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,700 (31 Rentals)

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property at 25 Ash St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453

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property at 206 High St

206 High St

WalthamMA02453
property at 252 River St

252 River St

WalthamMA02453
property at 1143 Beacon St

1143 Beacon St

NewtonMA02461

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property at 73 Adams St

73 Adams St, Unit 06

73 Adams St
WalthamMA02453
property at 18 Hall St

18 Hall St

WalthamMA02453
property at 18 Hall St

18 Hall St, Unit 2

18 Hall St
WalthamMA02453
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Island, Waltham, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Island Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
ReNew WalthamApex1BR,1BA$2,230

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Island, MA

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Island area is the $0.30 price per square foot 49 Francis St Model at 49 Francis St, Unit 1 in the in the North Waltham neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Island apartment is the 283 Lowell Ave Model at 283 Lowell Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,700 with a $0.27 price per square foot in the Thompsonville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
49 Francis St, Unit 149 Francis St3BR,1BA$0.30
283 Lowell Ave, Unit 1283 Lowell Ave2BR,1BA$0.27
17 Ash St17 Ash St3BR,2BA$0.45
696 Beaver St696 Beaver St2BR,1BA$0.28
1383 Washington St, Unit #31383 Washington St3BR,1BA$0.36
4 Charles Street Ave, Unit #14 Charles Street Ave1BR,1BA$0.23
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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Island?

There are currently 544 Apartments for Rent in Island, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $16,817. There are also 214 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Island ranging from $1,750 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Island ranges from $1,750 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,221.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Island range from $2,800 to $15,762, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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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 and 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.