
Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA (282 Rentals)


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The Basin

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298 Main St

15 W Water St

69 Foundry St

32 Hamilton Rd

410 Salem St

642 Main St

35 Chestnut St
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410 Salem St

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Residences at Stevens Pond

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Michaels Landing

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Ella

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Bell Reading Commons

119 West Wyoming
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Mill Street Gardens

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20 Middlesex Ave, Unit 1

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32 Pond St, Unit 2

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23 Rockland St, Unit 23 Rockland Street
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Wakefield, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Studio Apartments | $2,642 | $1,795 | $7,701 |
| Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,850 | $6,880 |
| Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,275 | $2,800 | $5,662 |
| Wakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,397 | $3,600 | $9,194 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,101 | $2,300 | $5,650 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,383 | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,225 | $3,475 | $4,800 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $10,150 | $5,300 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakefield
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Wakefield, MA?
As of today, August 09, 2026, there are currently 282 available Wakefield apartments priced from $1,795 to $20,951, with an average monthly rent of $3,224.
What Wakefield neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 5 neighborhoods in the Wakefield area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Kendall Square with 6,106 listings, West End Boston with 5,397 listings, and North Allston with 5,505 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in Wakefield?
There are currently 72 Studio Apartments in Wakefield with rent ranges from $1,795 to $7,701 with an average price of $2,642.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Wakefield Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Wakefield ranges from $1,850 to $6,880 with an average monthly rent of $2,881.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Wakefield cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Wakefield range from $2,200 to $11,073. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,388.
How expensive are Wakefield Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 25 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Wakefield on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,800 to $5,662 - averaging $4,275 for the location.
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