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Highlights

  • Upgraded flooring
  • Extensively renovated
  • Remodeled bathrooms
  • Brand-new kitchens

Location

79 Dexter St, Waltham, MA 02453, USA|South Side
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Boston Brokerage Group

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(857) 216-7052

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Property Overview

7-9 Dexter St. pairs upgraded flooring, extensively renovated spaces, remodeled bathrooms, and brand-new kitchens with strong overall value. Its 7.7 rating reflects a competitive price, solid amenities, a highly rated location, and good trustworthiness, while its value-for-money and value-per-sqft rankings stand out.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
7-9 Dexter St. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

3.5 Bed 1.5 Bath3 bed1.5 bath1,500 sqft$2,975 /mo
4 Bed 2 Bath4 bed2 bath1,400 sqft$3,550 /mo

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About 7-9 Dexter St.

HomeApartments in WalthamSouth Side 7-9 Dexter St.

Address: 7-9 Dexter St., #7, Waltham, MA 02453 A rare find! This spacious 4-bedroom unit in a two-family home is just steps from the vibrant Moody Street in Downtown Waltham. Extensively renovated, updates include brand-new kitchens, upgraded flooring throughout, large window replacements, remodeled bathrooms, new boilers, and more! Unit #7 features an eat-in kitchen, a cozy living room, an enclosed sunroom, four bedrooms, and two full baths. Plus, enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry! Fee & Policy Disclosures: Pet rent $75/month (if applicable). Lease extension, sublet, or roommate addition fee $295 (only if requested). Renter's insurance required (provide your own policy or opt into our optional $42/month Resident Benefit Package). No hidden fees — all charges disclosed upfront. We observe a 1 bedroom / 1 tenant policy. A $250 monthly rent premium will be charged for every additional approved occupant.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
7-9 Dexter St. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 7-9 Dexter St.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 7-9 Dexter St. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in South Side. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 7-9 Dexter St. is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
7-9 Dexter St. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 7-9 Dexter St. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
7-9 Dexter St. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 7-9 Dexter St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 4-bedroom is 700 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in South Side

3-bedroom apartments at 7-9 Dexter St. cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Side.

4-bedroom apartments at 7-9 Dexter St. cost about the same as the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in South Side.

Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
South Side
Waltham
A table of studio rental data trends in Waltham
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,481
October 2024$1,952
November 2024$2,089
December 2024$1,950
January 2025$2,081
February 2025$1,977
March 2025$1,947
April 2025$1,971
May 2025$2,147
June 2025$2,221
July 2025$2,209
August 2025$2,606
September 2025$2,722
October 2025$2,651
November 2025$2,528
December 2025$2,039
January 2026$2,423
February 2026$2,523
March 2026$2,147
April 2026$2,038
May 2026$1,999
June 2026$2,000
July 2026$2,012
August 2026$2,037
A table of studio rental data trends in South Side
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,480
October 2024$1,936
November 2024$1,928
December 2024$1,929
January 2025$1,966
February 2025$2,084
March 2025$2,413
April 2025$1,967
May 2025$2,066
June 2025$2,096
February 2026$2,816
March 2026$2,012
April 2026$1,999
May 2026$1,999
June 2026$1,998
July 2026$2,000
August 2026$2,000

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Rent-to-income ratio

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $119,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,975.
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Schools near 7-9 Dexter St.

Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program

510 moody st

waltham, MA, 2453

K-5Public
C

Henry Whittemore Elementary School

30 parmenter rd

waltham, MA, 2453

K-5Public
C

Preschool at Wellesley Schools

63 hastings st

wellesley, MA, 2481

PKPublic

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic

ABCD Allston Head Start

41 quint ave

allston, MA, 2134

PKPublic
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Getting around Waltham near 79 Dexter St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 79 Dexter St, Waltham

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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