Alexan Waltham
79 Pond St,
Waltham, MA 02451
$2,625 - $5,580 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 3 Beds
Waltham
Waltham, MA
Area Guide
Celebrating history in the suburbs of Boston
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Located 11 miles west of Boston along the Charles River, Waltham combines metropolitan accessibility with tree-lined neighborhoods. The city earned its "Watch City" nickname through its historic watchmaking industry and now houses both Brandeis and Bentley Universities. The rental market remains competitive, with average rents ranging from $2,002 for studios to $3,843 for three-bedroom units. Housing options span from riverside apartment communities to historic homes in established neighborhoods like Piety Corner and the Highlands.
Moody Street, known locally as "Restaurant Row," serves as the city's downtown hub, featuring an international array of restaurants and independent shops. The Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation chronicles the area's manufacturing legacy, while the riverside paths offer miles of walking and cycling routes. Residents enjoy access to several parks and green spaces, including the preserved Gore Place estate and the scenic Prospect Hill Park. The Rose Art Museum at Brandeis University and the annual Watch City Steampunk Festival add to the area's cultural calendar. The city's strong Ugandan community has influenced local culture, earning the area the informal nickname "Little Kampala."
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Waltham, MA is $2,031 for a studio, $2,671 for one bedroom, $3,144 for two bedrooms, and $3,789 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waltham has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,671/month
774 Sq Ft
House
$6,069/month
2,739 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,934/month
1,640 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,356/month
3,472 Sq Ft
Transportation
71
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
36
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
57
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
477 Students
James Fitzgerald Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
378 Students
William F. Stanley Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
383 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
507 Students
Henry Whittemore Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
385 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
600 Students
John W. McDevitt Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
595 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,751 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Beaver Brook Reservation
- Mass Audubon's Habitat Education Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
- Land's Sake Farm
- Mass Audubon's Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary
- Codman Community Farms
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
- Worcester Regional
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