Cheap Houses for Rent in Waltham, MA

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Apartments For Rent Near Waltham, MA

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Average Rent Trends in Waltham, MA

Rent in Waltham, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a house stayed about the same in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for houses peaked in Jul 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Aug 2025$4,500
Sep 2025$4,300
Oct 2025$4,000
Nov 2025$4,000
Dec 2025$3,999
Jan 2026$4,250
Feb 2026$5,400
Mar 2026$4,600
Apr 2026$4,875
May 2026$4,250
Jun 2026$4,300
Jul 2026$4,300
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,200$2,800$3,400$3,700$2,850
Townhomes—$3,000$3,600$3,800$3,600
Apartments and Condos$2,200$2,633$3,300$3,700$2,633
Houses$1,000$2,800$3,550$4,650$3,700
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Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Waltham, MA

  • What is the average rent of a house in Waltham, MA?
    The average rent of a house in Waltham, MA is $3,700 per month. This is about 88% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent for a house cheapest in Waltham, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Waltham, MA was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $3,900 per month.
  • When is the average rent for a house most expensive in Waltham, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Waltham, MA was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $4,613 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 3 bedroom house compare to a 2 bedroom house in Waltham, MA?
    The average rent of a 3 bedroom house in Waltham, MA is $3,550 per month. That is about $750 more than the cost of a 2 bedroom house.
  • How many houses are available to rent in Waltham, MA?
    There are 18 available houses to rent in Waltham, MA.
  • What colleges and universities are in Waltham, MA?
    Colleges and universities in Waltham, MA include: Brandeis University.
  • What are some zip codes in Waltham, MA?
    Waltham, MA includes zip codes such as: 02453, 02452, 02451, 02454, 02455.
  • What are some cities near Waltham, MA?
    Some nearby cities include: Belmont, Watertown, Weston, Lexington, Lincoln. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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