
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakeview Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $2,100 (8 Rentals)
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Lakeview, Waltham, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakeview?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lakeview Studio Apartments | $2,813 | $2,159 | $4,755 |
Lakeview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,144 | $2,170 | $7,325 |
Lakeview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,441 | $2,270 | $6,775 |
Lakeview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,545 | $2,830 | $8,080 |
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Cheapest Available Lakeview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeview area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at The Point at Waltham priced from $2,159. ReNew Waltham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,230. Here are the most affordable Lakeview apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Point at Waltham | S1A (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $2,159 |
ReNew Waltham | Apex | 1BR,1BA | $2,230 |
Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1A-MMR | 1BR,1BA | $2,343 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeview, MA
As of April 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakeview area is the $3.56 price per square foot C03 Model at Modera Newton in the in the Rock Meadow neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Lakeview apartment is the The Faneuil Model at Windsor Village at Waltham starting at $3,190 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Rock Meadow neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeview apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Modera Newton | C03 | 3BR,2BA | $3.56 |
Windsor Village at Waltham | The Faneuil | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
Briar Glen Village | The Hickory | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
The Merc | 1BR-D | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
The Ridge | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Watermills | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
Longview Place | Amherst | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
Waltham Overlook | A1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Currents on the Charles | One Bedroom A1A-MMR | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
ReNew Waltham | Boston | 2BR,1BA | $3.78 |
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Getting Around the Lakeview Neighborhood in Waltham, MA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
23 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Lakeview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lakeview is under $2,729.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakeview?
The cheapest apartment in Lakeview is ReNew Waltham which is listed at $2,230, while the average apartment in Lakeview costs $3,742.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakeview?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Lakeview that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lakeview?
Cheap apartments in Lakeview have an average cost of $902 which is $2,840 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakeview.
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