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One Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA

359 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - Alexan Waltham
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    |
    1 BED
    $2,865
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,865 - $3,605
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,865 - $3,605
         - 13 Month Lease

    Alexan Waltham

    79 Pond St, Waltham, MA 02451
    (781) 614-7972
  2. Interior Photo - Watermills
    $525 Off
    Price Drop. $525 Off
    |
    1 BED
    $2,800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,800 - $3,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,800 - $3,350
         - 12 Month Lease

    Watermills

    350 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472
    (857) 424-3055
  3. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,838
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,838 - $3,357
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,838 - $3,357

    The Point at Waltham

    341 2nd Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
    (978) 648-3968
  4. $344 Off
    Price Drop. $344 Off
    |
    1 BED
    $2,341
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,331 - $2,872
    Required Monthly Fees$10 - $15
    Total Monthly Price$2,341 - $2,887

    Currents on the Charles

    36 River St, Waltham, MA 02453
    (781) 694-6507
  6. |
    1 BED
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300 - $2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300 - $2,400
         - 12 Month Lease

    Charlesbank Estates

    70 Charles River Rd, Waltham, MA 02453
    (857) 800-0705
  7. 1 BED
    $2,992
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,992 - $3,165
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,992 - $3,165

    River Birch at Watertown

    100 Woodview Way, Watertown, MA 02472
    (781) 730-7996
  11. 1 BED
    $2,789
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,789 - $10,086
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,789 - $3,224

    The Ridge

    55 Ridge Ln, Waltham, MA 02452
    (781) 995-0742
  12. 1 BED
    $2,269
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,269 - $3,569
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,269 - $3,569

    ReNew Waltham

    20 Middlesex Cir, Waltham, MA 02452
    (781) 694-6290
  16. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $3,085
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,020 - $3,220
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$3,085 - $3,285

    Avalon at Lexington Hills

    1000 Main Campus Dr, Lexington, MA 02421
    (978) 591-6583
  17. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $3,013
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,955 - $3,245
    Required Monthly Fees$58
    Total Monthly Price$3,013 - $3,303

    Avalon at Lexington

    100 Lexington Ridge Dr, Lexington, MA 02421
    (781) 410-4924
  18. Interior Photo - Waltham Overlook
    $545 Off
    Price Drop. $545 Off
    1 BED
    $2,290
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,290 - $2,630
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,290 - $2,630
         - 1 Month Lease

    Waltham Overlook

    15 Dolores Ave, Waltham, MA 02452
    (978) 579-1207
  19. Building Photo - Modera Newton
    1 BED
    $3,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,085 - $3,180
    Required Monthly Fees$15
    Total Monthly Price$3,100 - $3,195

    Modera Newton

    2 Los Angeles St, Newton, MA 02458
    (857) 240-4840
  20. Good Value
    1 BED
    $2,529
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,529 - $3,333
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,529 - $2,808

    Longview Place

    70-80 Hope Ave, Waltham, MA 02453
    (781) 678-7746
  22. 1 BED
    $3,481
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,416 - $3,581
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$3,481 - $3,646

    Avalon Bear Hill

    1449 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451
    (781) 253-8958
  23. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,977
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,977 - $4,147
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,977 - $3,567

    Watertown Mews

    1 Repton Pl, Watertown, MA 02472
    (978) 591-6134
  40. Building Photo - 12 Hammond St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,900
         - 12 Month Lease

    12 Hammond St Unit A

    12 Hammond St, Waltham, MA 02451
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Waltham at a Glance

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Waltham, MA Apartments for Rent

Known as "Watch City" for its historic role in American watchmaking, Waltham sits 11 miles west of Boston along the Charles River and serves as a center for research and higher education. The city was an early prototype for industrial city planning in the 19th century and is now home to Brandeis University and Bentley University. Those searching for apartments for rent in Waltham will find a competitive market with options ranging from contemporary riverside apartment communities to residences in established neighborhoods like Piety Corner and the Highlands.

Waltham offers convenient access to both city conveniences and natural spaces, making it appealing for renters who want proximity to Boston without the downtown price tag. Moody Street, the city's main thoroughfare often called "Restaurant Row," features an international selection of dining options and independent shops. The Charles River paths provide miles of walking and cycling routes, while parks like Prospect Hill Park and the historic Gore Place estate offer green space for outdoor activities. Commuters benefit from easy access to Route 128 and the Massachusetts Turnpike, with public transit connections to Boston via MBTA bus routes. The presence of two universities and several research companies creates a strong employment base for renters seeking opportunities in education, technology, and business sectors.

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Waltham Sr High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,784 Students
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Waltham Sr High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,784 Students
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Waltham Valor High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
47 Students
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John F Kennedy Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
645 Students
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John F Kennedy Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
645 Students
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John W. McDevitt Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
604 Students
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Douglas Macarthur Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
515 Students
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Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
219 Students
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Henry Whittemore Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
355 Students
GreatSchools Rating
James Fitzgerald Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
352 Students

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