
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA (124 Rentals)


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The Basin

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The Elms

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Aster at the Summit

Grayson Lofts

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Everly

27-37 Water St

Melrose Terrace

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124 Salem St, Unit D
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22 Gould St

34 Chestnut St

12 Melrose Terrace

580 Salem St

52 Vernon St

124 Salem St

68 Valley St

The Foundry Wakefield

5 Columbia Rd

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306 Main St

Brightview Wakefield

391 Main St

933 Main St

278 Water St

Wrenly

13 Chestnut St

The Franklin

39-41 Richardson Ave

598 North
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301 North Ave

The Residence at 581 Salem St

The Americana Wakefield

1053-1059 Main St

198 Albion Flats

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The Devon at Weiss Farm

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Ace Flats

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Mill Street Heights

30 Haven

Ella

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Reading Commons

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Alta Clara

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Studio Apartments | $2,380 | $1,780 | $3,655 |
Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,800 | $5,859 |
| Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $2,100 | $7,025 |
| Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,349 | $2,695 | $5,725 |
| Wakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,500 | $3,600 |
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Largest Available Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wakefield, MA is found at APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood and is 1,275 square feet priced from $2,500. MarketStreet Apartments in the West Peabody neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,072 square feet and currently listed start at $3,306. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wakefield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 1BR/1.5BA | 1,275 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| MarketStreet Apartments | Tapley II | 1,072 Sq Ft | $3,306 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Wakefield | 1,034 Sq Ft | $2,625 |
| Avalon Saugus | A1D-997-1 | 1,005 Sq Ft | $2,894 |
| Windsor at Oak Grove | A6 | 993 Sq Ft | $3,286 |
| The Basin | A8 | 962 Sq Ft | $3,191 |
Cheapest Available Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wakefield, MA is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model starting from $1,950 at Mill Street Gardens in the Nobility Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Wakefield 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bathroom Model at Towne Estates starting at $2,025 in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wakefield is currently $2,780. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wakefield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,950 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,025 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | $2,100 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,200 |
| Mill Street Heights | B | $2,275 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | $2,325 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wakefield Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wakefield with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wakefield is at Mill Street Gardens listed at $1,950.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wakefield Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wakefield is $2,780.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wakefield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wakefield is a 1,275 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge.
What is the average size for Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wakefield is currently 818 sq ft.
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