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


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Colonial Point Apartments

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Aster at the Summit

Grayson Lofts

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The Basin

27-37 Water St

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Everly

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Melrose Terrace

298 Main St, Unit 298 Main

4 Wakefield Ave, Unit 4
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298 Main St

69 Foundry St

The Foundry Wakefield

5 Columbia Rd

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306 Main St

391 Main St

933 Main St

Wrenly

278 Water St
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13 Chestnut St

The Franklin

39-41 Richardson Ave

598 North

Rockledge Apartments

301 North Ave

The Residence at 581 Salem St

The Elms

Brightview Wakefield

198 Albion Flats
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The Americana Wakefield

1053-1059 Main St

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Washington Crossing Apartments

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Residences at Stevens Pond

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The Devon at Weiss Farm

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Avalon Saugus

Hanover Stoneham

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MarketStreet Apartments

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Towne Estates

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Stonehill Towers
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30 Haven

Mill Street Gardens

Bell Reading Commons

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Alta Clara

Leisure Lane Apartments

119 West Wyoming

Corey10

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223 Essex St, Unit 4

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150 Green St, Unit 2C

100 Ledgewood Dr, Unit 412
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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 | $2,576 | $1,500 | $7,832 |
Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $1,825 | $7,187 |
| Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,172 | $2,900 | $5,603 |
| Wakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,927 | $2,800 | $8,431 |
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Largest Available Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wakefield, MA is found at The Basin in the Wakefield neighborhood and is 932 square feet priced from $3,362. APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $2,700. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wakefield:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Basin | A5-G2P | 932 Sq Ft | $3,362 |
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 1BRL5 | 900 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Alta Clara | 1E1 | 899 Sq Ft | $3,551 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 862 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | 859 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| The Devon at Weiss Farm | One Bed Den | 820 Sq Ft | $3,309 |
| Residences at Stevens Pond | The Appleton | 817 Sq Ft | $2,397 |
| Corey10 | 06 | 811 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 800 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| 30 Haven | 1x1-BA | 750 Sq Ft | $2,465 |
Cheapest Available Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 01, 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 1BR/1.0BA Model at 119 West Wyoming starting at $1,950 in the Greenwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wakefield is currently $2,834. 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 |
| 119 West Wyoming | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,950 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | large 1 bedroom | $1,995 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | $2,100 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,170 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,200 |
| Corey10 | 305 | $2,375 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | $2,380 |
| Residences at Stevens Pond | The Appleton | $2,389 |
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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 $2,834.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wakefield Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wakefield is a 932 square feet unit starting from $3,362 at The Basin.
What is the average size for Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wakefield is currently 660 sq ft.
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