169 River St, Waltham, MA 02453
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$3,700/mo

Original price: $3,500
Total price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,300 sqft

169 River St, Waltham, MA 02453

Available Oct 1
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Home Highlights

Townhouse
Garage
Dogs & Cats Allowed
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
$3,700 deposit
Baseboard & Wall Units

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Young townhome with private fenced yard and 2-car garage. Living, dining and kitchen with 1/2 bath on first floor. 3 bedrooms and full bath on upper floor. Clean dry basement adds another 600 sf of living space. Located close to shops, set back 125' from street.

Water and sewer included. Landscaping and plowing included. Tenant pays for heat and electricity. Pets welcome with responsible owners.

Only inquiries with submitted applications (credit report, background and proof of income) will be considered as this saves time for everyone.

Details for 169 River St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: BaseboardAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Days on Market

Days on Market: 16 days on Trulia

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: Oct 1stCats, small dogs allowedDeposit: $3,700

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Detached Garage, On Site
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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees (based on 12-month lease)
  • Base rent
    $3,700/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
    $3,700
Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Rental Market Trends in Waltham

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$3,439/mo
Average rent
$2.75K
$150MoM
Available listings
334
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What Locals Say about Waltham

At least 464 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Lauren Wendoloski
    "There’s alot you could do with your kids in Waltham , including parks library, and pools! And easy access to transportation "
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  • Taha Abdul Rehman
    "Safe neighbourhood. Great parks for kids and adults. 10 minutes walk to public transport. Local market and grocery shopping at 10 minutes walk. Harvard sq is 15 minutes drive."
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  • Trulia User
    "local neighborhood Yard sale. community events that are going to have you tried the rest of the day. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone picks up after themselves. Everyone is nice and keep all their areas cleaned and well maintained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy with 95 and 90 both close by and you usually go against traffic. Waltham has a bit of traffic going into it but it’s easy in general "
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  • Geetha. G
    "I currently live in Waltham near the Waltham Square. It’s a great neighborhood with excellent restaurants, good grocery stores, public library, bus stops etc all within walking distance. It’s a relatively safe area and the neighbors are friendly."
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  • Darby
    "There are tons of families here and it seems to be fairly diverse. Also has several parks, a small movie theater, and seems to be up and coming. "
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  • D. Erin
    "Like that there are dog park nearby, lots of walking trails in the area. Wouldn’t like the loud, speeding cars at all hours of the day and night. "
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  • Mark H.
    "Very nice, salt of the earth community. Although cramped, the area is fun & worth every dollar. We enjoy being in this area with our new family. Dog friendly."
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  • Dorii
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time and they are super nice and most of the time let you pet their dog. I think people here are friendly and learn to control their dogs and pick up after them so the place is always clean. "
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  • Bryantthomasj
    "Quiet, convenient, friendly neighborhood. Lots of wildlife and mature trees. A real foodie town. I have loved the 17 years I’ve been here. "
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  • Chris G.
    "great people to live amongst, kids friendly, multi cultured, pleasant, non violent, lots of work opportunities, and good Colleges to attend.."
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  • Allanramos1010
    "Plenty of actually decent to good schools that I went to, also there is a lot of people from all over the world which I think it’s important for children to experience from a early age! "
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  • Davidlima06
    "Waltham is a unique place to live lots of Great people and also a good great workers ! Also is a very safe place you can walk knowing that you’re in a great Community"
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  • Sadou07
    "they do not pick up there trash some time when I'm walking in the park I see poop all over the plase"
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  • Gmanfendi
    "Movies, festivals, fairs, farmers markets and yard sales on the weekends make it a pretty cool place to live "
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  • Caitlyn C.
    "Living off of moody street is fun and convenient. The area feels safe as well and I love that I’m so close to Boston. "
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  • Adanary O
    "Waltham residents would like a dog park built. So majority of us don’t have to go to Watertown to bring our dogs. "
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  • Gmanfendi
    "It’s a good neighborhood and pretty good place to live... I’ve lived in this area for years so I am pretty satisfied "
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  • Aliza Z. C.
    "I've lived here for two years now, and I love it. Being near the Charles River makes for beautiful walks. Being in the center of restaurants and small businesses never leaves you out of things to do"
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  • Gburrion
    "People walk around with their dogs all the time, but most places do not allow them inside. There is a very nice dog park at Trapelo Rd and Waverley oaks Rd intersection."
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  • Dawn
    "To drive myself during the rush hour commute can stink but it is better than many towns around here."
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  • Rita G.
    "Kayaking son the Charles River, canoeing, watching geese and swans. Walking dogs, seeing neighbors, eating at Brelundi restaurant "
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  • Kevin W.
    "It’s all good very diverse here in Waltham lots of different people — races but also different siocioeconomics "
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  • Namala E.
    "its just convenient to the city and restaurants. Good private schools . safe neighborhood and friendly "
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  • Ravi
    "None. There are absolutely no community events and that has been the most disappointing experience since we moved here"
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  • Garo M.
    "Great location close proximity to everything, safe, well maintained, and a great area for families. "
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  • Sandra H.
    "I've lived in Waltham my whole life. it has different people here but that's what keeps it interesting"
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  • Fainsue
    "Not a lot of cars, lots of side roads to walk on. Seems like more and more families are getting doggy's!!! "
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  • Edixjunior
    "typical of a suburb, except on rt 20 (main st) thats a bit too much of traffic, but often clears up after 9 am and after 8 pm and the noise is not that bad"
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  • Lara D.
    "Friendly people and safety spot. Easy transportation and great restaurants around. Great place for a family."
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  • Lynne S
    "Numerous ways to go to minimize commute time. Close to major highways and lots of other back roads available to get into the city in a reasonable amount of time."
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  • Jean C. M. R.
    "Waltham is a nice quiet Town that is self sustainable. close to the major highways and relatively close to Boston. I moved due to work up on North, and also due to the recent increases in rent for apartments "
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  • Hilary B
    "Without a car commute can be a challenge at times, but it’s doable. Many buses in the area and commuter rail to north station. "
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  • df
    "Easy area to walk - paths, residential, green space. Pet friendly neighbors. Plenty of dog/pet care, vets, pet supply stores."
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  • Debrafletcher03
    "Great central location - morning and evening commute can be anywhere from 25-45 minutes depending on traffic."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,700
Price increased by 6%
Aug 20, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,500
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 19, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,700

Frequently asked questions about 169 River St

  • What income do you need to rent 169 River St?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $135K per year to rent 169 River St in Waltham, MA at $3,700/mo.
  • What is the pet policy at 169 River St?
    169 River St in Waltham, MA allows cats and small dogs.
  • How does the rent for 169 River St compare to similar 3-bedroom townhomes in Waltham?
    169 River St in Waltham, MA rents about 7% above the area average for 3-bedroom townhomes in Waltham ($3,444/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 169 River St?
    The closest schools to 169 River St in Waltham, MA are James Fitzgerald Elementary School (rated 6/10), John W. McDevitt Middle School (rated 7/10), Waltham Sr High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 169 River St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 169 River St in Waltham, MA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 169 River St have a garage?
    Yes, 169 River St in Waltham, MA has a garage.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$133,200 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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169 River St, Waltham, MA is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,300 sqft townhouse. 169 River St was listed for rent for $3,700/month on Aug 19, 2026. This property is pet friendly.