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One Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Waltham, MA

302 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - Watermills
    $700 Off
    Price Drop. $700 Off
    |
    1 BED
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400 - $3,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400 - $3,350
         - 12 Month Lease

    Watermills

    350 Pleasant St, Watertown, MA 02472
    (857) 424-3055
  3. Good Value
    1 BED
    $2,398
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,398 - $3,204
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,398 - $3,204

    The Point at Waltham

    341 2nd Ave, Waltham, MA 02451
    (978) 648-3968
  5. Good Value
    |
    1 BED
    $2,638
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,628 - $3,245
    Required Monthly Fees$10 - $15
    Total Monthly Price$2,638 - $3,260

    Currents on the Charles

    36 River St, Waltham, MA 02453
    (781) 694-6507
  6. |
    1 BED
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350 - $2,625
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350 - $2,625
         - 12 Month Lease

    Charlesbank Estates

    70 Charles River Rd, Waltham, MA 02453
    (857) 800-0705
  8. 1 BED
    $2,978
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,978 - $3,184
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,978 - $3,184

    River Birch at Watertown

    100 Woodview Way, Watertown, MA 02472
    (781) 730-7996
  10. Building Photo - The Ridge
    1 BED
    $2,755
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,755 - $3,281
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,755 - $3,281

    The Ridge

    55 Ridge Ln, Waltham, MA 02452
    (781) 995-0742
  12. $300 Off
    Price Drop. $300 Off
    1 BED
    $2,419
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,419 - $3,279
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,419 - $3,279

    ReNew Waltham

    20 Middlesex Cir, Waltham, MA 02452
    (781) 694-6290
  13. 1 BED
    $3,296
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,231 - $3,386
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$3,296 - $3,451

    Avalon Bear Hill

    1449 Main St, Waltham, MA 02451
    (781) 253-8958
  14. 1 BED
    $3,171
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,106 - $3,305
    Required Monthly Fees$65
    Total Monthly Price$3,171 - $3,370

    Avalon at Lexington Hills

    1000 Main Campus Dr, Lexington, MA 02421
    (978) 591-6583
  15. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $3,203
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,145
    Required Monthly Fees$58
    Total Monthly Price$3,203

    Avalon at Lexington

    100 Lexington Ridge Dr, Lexington, MA 02421
    (781) 410-4924
  17. Interior Photo - Waltham Overlook
    1 BED
    $2,290
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,290 - $2,870
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,290 - $2,870
         - 1 Month Lease

    Waltham Overlook

    15 Dolores Ave, Waltham, MA 02452
    (978) 579-1207
  19. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    1 BED
    $2,764
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,764 - $2,849
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,764 - $2,849

    Longview Place

    70-80 Hope Ave, Waltham, MA 02453
    (781) 678-7746
  21. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $3,175
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,175 - $3,455
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,175 - $3,455

    Watertown Mews

    1 Repton Pl, Watertown, MA 02472
    (978) 591-6134
  23. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350
         - 12 Month Lease

    1000 Lexington St Unit 45

    1000 Lexington St, Waltham, MA 02452
    (781) 386-1163
  38. Building Photo - 12000 Main Campus Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $7,893
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,501
    Required Monthly Fees$392
    Total Monthly Price$7,893

    12000 Main Campus Dr Unit SI ID1050343P

    12000 Main Campus Dr, Lexington, MA 02421
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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
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James Fitzgerald Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
352 Students

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