Average Rent in Waltham, MA
What is the average rent in Waltham, MA?
The average listed apartment rent in Waltham, MA is $3,436 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 105 priced apartments in 8 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
8 apartment buildings, 105 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Waltham, MACheapest
$2,538/mo
The Ridge
Properties
8
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Units
105
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Waltham, MA Rent Prices
All 8 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Elan Union Market Apartments
130 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA
The Ridge
55 Ridge Ln, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
Watertown Mews
1 Repton Pl, Watertown, MA 02472, USA
Edison on the Charles Apartments by Windsor
20 Cooper St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
Modera Newton
2 Los Angeles St, Newton, MA 02458, USA
Arlington 360
4105 Symmes Cir, Arlington, MA 02474, USA
Cronin's Landing Apartments
237 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elan Union Market Apartments 130 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA | $2,448 as of Nov 1 | $2,847 | $3.96/ft² | 3.9 (98) | 15 |
| 2 | The Ridge 55 Ridge Ln, Waltham, MA 02452, USA | $2,538 | $3,050 | $3.40/ft² | 4.5 (122) | 14 |
| 3 | Watertown Mews 1 Repton Pl, Watertown, MA 02472, USA | $2,549 | $3,446 | $3.71/ft² | 4.6 (167) | 11 |
| 4 | Edison on the Charles Apartments by Windsor 20 Cooper St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA | $2,600 | $3,104 | $3.58/ft² | 4.4 (145) | 17 |
| 5 | Modera Newton 2 Los Angeles St, Newton, MA 02458, USA | $2,650 as of Oct 13 | $3,952 | $4.05/ft² | 4.4 (60) | 14 |
| 6 | Arlington 360 4105 Symmes Cir, Arlington, MA 02474, USA | $2,672 | $3,729 | $3.53/ft² | 4.6 (62) | 7 |
| 7 | Cronin's Landing Apartments 237 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA | $2,745 | $3,146 | $3.28/ft² | 4.6 (237) | 15 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Elan Union Market Apartments
3.9 (98)130 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472, USA
The Ridge
4.5 (122)55 Ridge Ln, Waltham, MA 02452, USA
Watertown Mews
4.6 (167)1 Repton Pl, Watertown, MA 02472, USA
Edison on the Charles Apartments by Windsor
4.4 (145)20 Cooper St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA
Modera Newton
4.4 (60)2 Los Angeles St, Newton, MA 02458, USA
Arlington 360
4.6 (62)4105 Symmes Cir, Arlington, MA 02474, USA
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Waltham, MA neighborhoods
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Waltham, MA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Waltham, MA is $3,436 per month, based on 105 units across 8 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,538 at The Ridge to $5,290 at Avalon at Lexington Hills.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,598/mo | $2,549/mo | 5 |
| 1 Bed | $2,952/mo | $2,538/mo | 42 |
| 2 Bed | $3,807/mo | $3,220/mo | 55 |
| 3 Bed | $4,792/mo | $4,265/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Waltham, MA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Waltham, MA averages $2,952/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $3,807/mo. At the local median household income of $116,560, that works out to 35% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Waltham, MA at $2,232/mo. The current tracked market average runs 54% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Waltham, MA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Waltham, MA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$137,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $3,436/mo.
Comfortable income
$165,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,538/mo), you need to earn at least $102,000/year.
Median household income in Waltham, MA is $116,560 , about 29% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Waltham, MA
Overall prices in Waltham, MA runs above the national average by about 10% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 110.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Waltham, MA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $3,436 |
| Utilities | $637 |
| Groceries | $544 |
| Transportation | $1,520 |
| Healthcare | $741 |
| Other goods and services | $1,186 |
| Estimated total | $8,064/mo |
Population
64,723
Median household income
$116,560
Census median rent
$2,232/mo
Census rent burden
27.4%
Median age
35.1
Mean commute
25 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Massachusetts
How Waltham, MA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Waltham, MA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agawam, MA | $2,251 | -34% | +6.4% | 33 |
| Boston, MA | $4,538 | +32% | -5.2% | 29 |
| Lynn, MA | $3,061 | -11% | +2% | 16 |
| Haverhill, MA | $2,644 | -23% | +3.9% | 13 |
| Weymouth, MA | $2,431 | -29% | -5.2% | 11 |
| Fall River, MA | $1,998 | -42% | -8.9% | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Waltham, MA?
The average listed apartment rent in Waltham, MA is $3,436 per month, as of November 9, 2026. This sample includes 105 priced apartments in 8 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Waltham, MA?
The median asking rent in Waltham, MA is $3,488 per month, computed from 105 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $3,436/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Waltham, MA?
The lowest available rent in Waltham, MA starts at $2,538 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Waltham, MA?
1-bedroom apartments in Waltham, MA average $2,952/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,538/mo across 42 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Waltham, MA?
2-bedroom apartments in Waltham, MA average $3,807/mo. Units start from $3,220/mo across 55 units currently listed.
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