Newton Highlands

Newton Highlands, MA

Area Guide

This village has all the staples of suburban life and more

Shopping • Restaurants • Great Location • Great Schools • Family-Friendly •

Newton Highlands is a village within Newton, located about 40 minutes west of Boston. Newton Highlands feels suburban and is mainly known for its large commercial district running along Winchester and Needham Streets. Along this thoroughfare residents enjoy local eateries and charming local shops. Along with local business, there are also classic suburban staples including chain restaurants and big-box stores along this commercial center. When residents aren’t enjoying the shops and restaurants, you’ll find them enjoying one of the many parks in town or going to a neighborhood event. The Newton Highlands community is extremely close-knit and loves to host special events throughout the year like Halloween parties and the annual Soup Social. Combined with easy access to amenities, plentiful parks, and a strong sense of community, families flock to Newton Highlands for its stellar school system while commuters enjoy a small-town feel while still being close to the city. If you want everything you need right outside your doorstep, find your new apartment in Newton Highlands.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Newton Highlands, MA is $2,350 for a studio, and $2,239 for one bedroom. Apartment rent in Newton Highlands has increased by 4.9% in the past year.

Property Type

Average Rent

Average Sq Ft

Apartment

$2,239/month

400 Sq Ft

Condo

$2,170/month

979 Sq Ft

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Transportation

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

Cutler Park Reservation
Hemlock Gorge Reservation
Hammond Pond Reservation
Brook Farm Historic Site
Chestnut Hill Reservation

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Worcester Regional

Colleges

Top Apartments in Newton Highlands

The Aven at Newton Highlands

99 Needham St,
Newton, MA 02461

$2,499 - $5,898 | Studio - 3 Beds

The Kendrick

275 2nd Ave,
Needham, MA 02494

$2,699 - $6,051 | Studio - 3 Beds

Charles River Landing

300 2nd Ave,
Needham, MA 02494

$2,449 - $3,447 | 1-2 Beds

55 Woodcliff Rd

55 Woodcliff Rd,
Newton, MA 02461

$3,000 | 2 Beds

12 Lincoln St

12 Lincoln St,
Newton, MA 02461

$1,950 | 1 Bed

1139 Beacon St

1139 Beacon St,
Newton, MA 02461

$4,000 | 2 Beds

10 Frances St

10 Frances St,
Newton, MA 02461

$3,300 | 3 Beds

29 Parker Ave

29 Parker Ave,
Newton, MA 02459

$8,000 | 4 Beds

1026 Chestnut St

1026 Chestnut St,
Newton, MA 02464

$2,400 | 1 Bed

Houses for Rent in Newton Highlands

29 Parker Ave,
Newton, MA 02459

4 Beds | 4.5 Baths | $8,000

170 Winchester St,
Newton, MA 02461

4 Beds | 3 Baths | $5,500

77 Hartford St,
Newton, MA 02461

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $3,250

20 Oak Ter,
Newton, MA 02461

3 Beds | 3 Baths | $4,500

457 Parker St,
Newton, MA 02459

4 Beds | 3 Baths | $6,500

20 Oak Terrace,
Newton, MA 02461

3 Beds | 3 Baths | $4,900

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Living in Newton Highlands

Newton Highlands offers a variety of rentals. For those considering a one-bedroom apartment, expect to pay around $2,700 per month. Alternatively, if a house better suits your style, the average house for rent costs around $3,513 per month. For those with dreams of homeownership, the average house price typically hovers around $1.7 million.