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Newton Apartments
Last updated September 27 2023 at 9:48 AM

156 Apartments in Newton, Massachusetts

Newton Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 88,414
Population Density: 4,959.4 people/sq mile
Median Age: 39
Percentage of Family Households: 73%
Median Annual Income: $183,208 / year
Median Rent: $2,210 / month

What locals are saying

Welcome, Internet-savvy apartment hunter, to Newton: a lovely enclave with a fun, friendly vibe! This Boston suburb has an interesting neighborhood layout that gives greater Newton a small-town feel as opposed to a city. We’ll explain along the way, so for now just sit back, relax, and let's help find you an apartment quick so you can enjoy some of the local flavor!

Quick history lesson to get you up to speed: The area was originally settled in 1630 as part of Cambridge, but the city of Newton was a farming community that transformed into a semi-suburban feeling city

Newton Demographics


How diverse is Newton?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Newton is lower than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Newton are White (66.7%), Asian (14.3%), Two Or More (8.5%), Hispanic Or Latino (4.7%), Other (3.2%), Black Or African American (2.5%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.1%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Newton residents?

The median age in Newton is 39 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Newton?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Newton is lower than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Newton are White (66.7%), Asian (14.3%), Two Or More (8.5%), Hispanic Or Latino (4.7%), Other (3.2%), Black Or African American (2.5%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.1%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Newton residents?

The median age in Newton is 39 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Newton Crime


Overall Crime

Low
Overall crime in Newton is low in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Low
The level of violent crime in Newton is low compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Low
The level of property crime in Newton is low compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Newton


Elementary Schools

10 /10
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
404 Students
3 Reviews
404
Students
3 Reviews
9 /10
Burr Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
386 Students
4 Reviews
386
Students
4 Reviews
9 /10
Bowen Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
421 Students
11 Reviews
421
Students
11 Reviews

Middle Schools

9 /10
Charles E Brown Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
753 Students
7 Reviews
753
Students
7 Reviews
8 /10
Oak Hill Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
614 Students
3 Reviews
614
Students
3 Reviews
7 /10
Bigelow Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
521 Students
6 Reviews
521
Students
6 Reviews

High Schools

8 /10
Newton North High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,148 Students
10 Reviews
2,148
Students
10 Reviews
8 /10
Newton South High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,893 Students
8 Reviews
1,893
Students
8 Reviews
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Average rent in Newton, Massachusetts

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Newton is $3,315, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,328. Rent rates updated 6 days ago
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Newton, MA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 156 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Newton. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Newton is $3,395 for a studio, $3,315 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $4,328 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Newton, MA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Newton?

In Newton, the average rent is $3,395 for a studio, $3,315 for a 1-bedroom, $4,328 for a 2-bedroom, and $5,030 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Newton, check out our monthly Newton Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in Newton?

You can filter cheap apartments in Newton by price: under $1,400, under $1,600, under $1,800.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Newton?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Newton apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Newton?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Newton.

How can I find off-campus housing in Newton?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Newton. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Berklee College of Music, Northeastern University Professional Advancement Network, Northeastern University, and Boston University.

Average rent in Newton, Massachusetts

City Guide
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Newton is $3,315, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $4,328. Rent rates updated 6 days ago
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List