Alexan Waltham
79 Pond St,
Waltham, MA 02451
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,970 - $5,575
Rental Market Trends in Waltham, MA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Waltham, MA is $2,805/month.
Rent in Waltham is 69% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,805/month
Average Rent
773 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.3%
Change / Year
757
Available Apartments
Waltham rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Waltham average $2,018 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Waltham average $2,805 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Waltham average $3,341 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Waltham average $3,899 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Waltham, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $64 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Waltham, MA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
17%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
74%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Waltham?
Based on current rent prices, South Side, Bleachery and Bank Square are the most affordable neighborhoods in Waltham.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Waltham?
Based on current rent prices, West End Waltham, Piety Corner and North Waltham are the most expensive neighborhoods in Waltham.
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Which Waltham neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Waltham with the most apartments available are West End Waltham, South Side and Bank Square .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Waltham, MA?
Because the average rent in Waltham is $2,805, you’ll want to make about $9,350 per month or $112,200 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Waltham, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Waltham, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Waltham Area GuideStudio
$1,528/month
$1,935/month
One Bedroom
$2,751/month
$2,871/month
Two Bedroom
$3,616/month
$4,022/month
Three Bedroom
$3,260/month
$4,400/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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West Newton
Avg Rent: $2,243/month
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Belmont
Avg Rent: $3,049/month
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Auburndale
Avg Rent: $1,944/month
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Newtonville
Avg Rent: $2,237/month
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Watertown
Avg Rent: $3,134/month
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Newton Lower Falls
Avg Rent: $1,878/month
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Lexington
Avg Rent: $2,842/month
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Arlington
Avg Rent: $2,402/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Waltham?
The average rent in Waltham is $2,805 per month, which is 68.6% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Waltham?
The average rent for a house in Waltham, MA is $4,204 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Waltham?
The average rent for a townhome in Waltham, MA is $3,251 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Waltham?
The average rent for a condo in Waltham, MA is $2,292 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Waltham?
Rents in Waltham, MA are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $64 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Waltham?
In Waltham, MA, 74% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.