How much is rent in Waltham, MA?

The average asking rent across the 8 listings we track in Waltham, MA is $2,532/mo, with the cheapest starting at $2,150/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.

What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Waltham?

45 Nathan Road is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Waltham, MA at $2,150/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.

What is the average rent by bedroom in Waltham?

Based on the listings we track in Waltham, MA: studios around $2,713/mo, one-bedrooms around $2,472/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.

Is Waltham expensive to rent in?

Relatively no. Waltham's average rent of $2,532/mo is about 11% below the MA state average of $2,858/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA

Rents in Waltham, MA start at $2,150/mo on Budget Leases, and the average across the 8 listings we track runs $2,532/mo. That puts Waltham roughly 11% below the MA state average of $2,858/mo, so it's one of the more affordable markets in the state. By size, expect one-bedrooms around $2,472/mo. Listings are ranked cheapest-first and updated regularly.

Updated Jun 9, 2026

Cheapest

$2,150

lowest listed rent

Average rent

$2,53211% below MA

across all sizes

Average by sizevs MA typical

Studio$2,71313% above MA

1 bed$2,472~ MA avg

79 Pond Street, Waltham, MA

Recently listedView details

Renting in Waltham, MA: common questions

How much is rent in Waltham, MA?: The average asking rent across the 8 listings we track in Waltham, MA is $2,532/mo, with the cheapest starting at $2,150/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.
What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Waltham?: 45 Nathan Road is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Waltham, MA at $2,150/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.
What is the average rent by bedroom in Waltham?: Based on the listings we track in Waltham, MA: studios around $2,713/mo, one-bedrooms around $2,472/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.
Is Waltham expensive to rent in?: Relatively no. Waltham's average rent of $2,532/mo is about 11% below the MA state average of $2,858/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

Looking beyond Waltham?

Search any city, neighborhood, or building, or jump to a nearby market.

Nearby cities

Newtonville, MA Auburndale, MA Watertown, MA Newton, MA Lexington, MA Arlington, MA Brighton, MA Needham, MA

Browse all rentals across the US