
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA from $1,000 (30 Rentals)
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246 Salem St, Unit 4

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34 Richardson St, Unit #2

Melrose Terrace

27-37 Water St
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Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included

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223 Essex St, Unit 4

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21 Sanborn St

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192 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #10
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157 Franklin St, Unit #B2

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37 Crystal St

10 Chestnut St

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10 Chestnut St, Unit 3
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513-517-517 Franklin St

150 Green St

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40 Hurd St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wakefield Studio Apartments | $2,433 | $1,750 | $4,065 |
| Cheap Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $1,725 | $5,859 |
| Cheap Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $2,050 | $9,578 |
| Cheap Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,126 | $2,600 | $5,149 |
| Cheap Wakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $2,800 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Wakefield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wakefield, MA is a Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,750. Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included in the Greenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wakefield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Melrose Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA
As of December 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wakefield area is the $0.52 price per square foot 330 Swains Pond Ave Model at 330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $5,150. The second greatest value Wakefield apartment is the 6 Dragon Court Cir Model at 6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Walnut Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wakefield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330 | 330 Swains Pond Ave | 5BR,2.5BA | $0.52 |
| 6 Dragon Court Cir, Unit NA | 6 Dragon Court Cir | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.28 |
| 46 Yale Ave, Unit 46A | 46 Yale Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| Stonehill Towers | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.35 |
| 43 Union St, Unit #1 | 43 Union St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.25 |
| Everly | Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,137 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| 39 Gould St, Unit 39 Gould St. | 39 Gould St | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 47 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 7 | 47 W Wyoming Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 286 Albion St, Unit #2 | 286 Albion St | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wakefield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wakefield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wakefield is at Leisure Lane Apartments listed at $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wakefield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wakefield Apartment is $1,975 at Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wakefield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wakefield is starting from $2,195 at Leisure Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wakefield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wakefield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Elms and starts from $3,066.
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