Cheap Homes for Rent in South Side Neighborhood of Waltham, MA from $1,700 (14 Rentals)

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property at 25 Ash St

25 Ash St, Unit 03

25 Ash St
WalthamMA02453
property at 206 High St

206 High St

WalthamMA02453

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property at 252 River St

252 River St

WalthamMA02453

Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short Term priced from $1,150. The Point at Waltham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,980. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Adams Street Apartments - No Fee, Short TermFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,150
The Point at WalthamS1A (Income Restricted)Studio,1BA$1,980
ReNew WalthamApex1BR,1BA$2,230
Currents on the CharlesOne Bedroom A1A-MMR1BR,1BA$2,299
Newton GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, MA

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $0.45 price per square foot 17 Ash St Model at 17 Ash St in the in the Nonantum neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the 83 Alder St Model at 83 Alder St, Unit C starting at $5,500 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Nonantum neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17 Ash St17 Ash St3BR,2BA$0.45
83 Alder St, Unit C83 Alder St5BR,3BA$0.55
210 Adams St210 Adams St4BR,3BA$2.64
51 Taylor St, Unit 451 Taylor St2BR,2BA$2.21
52 School Ave, Unit 152 School Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.06
201 Brown St, Unit 1201 Brown St2BR,1BA$2.00
53 Myrtle St53 Myrtle St2BR,1BA$2.86
43 Clinton St, Unit 143 Clinton St1BR,1BA$1.95
252 River St, Unit 252 River Street252 River St2BR,1BA$2.81
21A Stearns St21A Stearns St1BR,1BA$2.60

Frequently Asked Questions about South Side

What type of rentals are currently available in South Side?

There are currently 243 Apartments for Rent in South Side, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $16,817. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Side ranging from $1,750 to $6,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Side ranges from $1,750 to $6,400 with an average monthly rent of $3,665.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Side range from $2,800 to $15,767, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,895 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

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