Currents on the Charles
36 River St,
Waltham, MA 02453
$2,343 - $3,735 | Studio - 3 Beds
Curved along the Charles River and bounded by Main Street, Waltham’s Bleachery is a quaint neighborhood, home to the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation. Celebrating Waltham as the foundation of the American Industrial Revolution, the popular museum aims to inspire innovation by examining the impact of industry on American culture.
The Bleachery is close to a number of universities, including Bentley University, University of Massachusetts College of Agriculture, and Brandeis University, making it a favored neighborhood for students and faculty alike. Residents enjoy access to the Colonial Shopping Mall and the Moody Street retail district. Many nearby parks offer options for hiking, biking, and playing sports.
Less than three miles from both Newton and Watertown, the Bleachery is also within close proximity to Cambridge and Boston. Access to public transportation and major roadways makes commuting and traveling from the Bleachery a breeze.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Bleachery is $2,609 for a studio, $2,644 for one bedroom, $3,142 for two bedrooms, and $3,659 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bleachery has decreased by -9.7% in the past year.
Studio
609 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,609/month
Average Rent
1 BR
751 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,644/month
Average Rent
2 BR
858 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,142/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,324 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,659/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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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 February 2025.