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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA from $1,000 (90 Rentals)
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41 Richardson Ave
WakefieldMA01880
580 Salem St
WakefieldMA01880
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$2,100 - $2,600
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now27-37 Water St
27-37 Water StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,150 - $5,859
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 30Grayson Lofts
168 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,200 - $2,950
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$2,200 - $2,950
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$2,200 - $2,950
Colonial Point Apartments
95 Audubon RdWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,200 - $2,300
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$2,200 - $2,300
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Melrose Terrace
12 Melrose TerWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,200
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1Total Monthly Price
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$2,200
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$2,200
34 Armory St, Unit BUNGALOW
34 Armory StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,320 - $4,105
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$2,320 - $4,105
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Aster at the Summit
89 Hopkins StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,395
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 5Total Monthly Price
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$2,395
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$2,395
63 Cedar St, Unit Wakefield
63 Cedar StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,397 - $13,326
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$2,397 - $13,326
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Everly
14 Audubon RdWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,450 - $3,000
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNexxus Apartments
105 Hopkins StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,450
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityGardencrest Apartments
1077 Main StWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,563 - $6,918
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$2,480 - $6,835
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$83
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$2,563 - $6,918
The Basin
200-400 Quannapowitt PkyWakefield, MA 01880
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$2,700
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1Total Monthly Price
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$2,700
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$2,700
21 Wakefield Ave, Unit Luxury Loft
21 Wakefield AveWakefield, MA 01880
7 North St
WakefieldMA01880
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$2,750 - $4,200
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Elms
596 North AvenueWakefield, MA 01880
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
39-41 Richardson Ave
39-41 Richardson AveWakefield, MA 01880
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included
11 Bartley StWakefield, MA 01880
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
598 North
598 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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600 NORTH
600 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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1 Bedroom Apartments
301 North Ave
301 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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2 Bedroom Apartments
259 Water St
259 Water StWakefield, MA 01880
276 Albion St
WakefieldMA01880
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
The Residence at 581 Salem St
581 Salem StWakefield, MA 01880
22 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 22
22 W Wyoming Ave
MelroseMA02176
22 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 26
22 W Wyoming Ave
MelroseMA02176
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$1,780Studio Apartments Available Now
182 Central St, Unit 1
182 Central StStoneham, MA 02180
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$1,800
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$1,800
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$1,800
452 Main St, Unit 4
452 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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$1,850
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,850
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$1,850
223 Essex St
223 Essex StMelrose, MA 02176
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$1,895 - $2,645
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLeisure Lane Apartments
100 Leisure LnStoneham, MA 02180
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$1,900
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1Total Monthly Price
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$1,900
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$1,900
375 Main St, Unit 31
375 Main StStoneham, MA 02180
43 Pomeworth St, Unit 34
43 Pomeworth St
StonehamMA02180
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$1,950 - $2,600
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMill Street Gardens
57 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 24
189 W Wyoming Ave
MelroseMA02176
12 Gould St
StonehamMA02180
189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 25
189 W Wyoming Ave
MelroseMA02176
191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 15
191 W Wyoming Ave
MelroseMA02176
340 Main St
MelroseMA02176
184 Chestnut St
LynnMA01902
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$2,050 - $3,075
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityMill Street Heights
59 Mill StWoburn, MA 01801
295 Main St
ReadingMA01867
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$2,100
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$2,100
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$2,100
40 Hurd St
40 Hurd StMelrose, MA 02176
53 Pearl St
MelroseMA02176
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$2,170 - $2,595
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$2,170 - $2,595
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Towne Estates
209 Pleasant StMelrose, MA 02176
836 Main St
MelroseMA02176
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$2,350 - $2,475
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1430 Pomeworth Street
30 Pomeworth StStoneham, MA 02180
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$2,365 - $3,986
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$2,259 - $3,880
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$106
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$2,365 - $3,986
Avalon Saugus
861 BroadwaySaugus, MA 01906
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$2,375 - $2,850
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCorey10
10 Corey StMelrose, MA 02176
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$2,420 - $3,150
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability30 Haven
30 Haven StReading, MA 01867
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Wakefield, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Wakefield Studio Apartments | $2,659 | $1,780 | $6,800 |
| Cheap Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,944 | $1,800 | $6,786 |
| Cheap Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,684 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,482 | $2,050 | $5,453 |
| Cheap Wakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $3,600 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Wakefield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Wakefield, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included in the Greenwood neighborhood priced from $2,000. 27-37 Water St in the Greenwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wakefield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 119 West Wyoming | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Aster at the Summit | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wakefield area is the $0.18 price per square foot 452 Main St Model at 452 Main St, Unit 4 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Wakefield apartment is the TOP FLOOR 2BED 2BATH Model at Michaels Landing starting at $3,000 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the West Peabody 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 452 Main St, Unit 4 | 452 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| Michaels Landing | TOP FLOOR 2BED 2BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 295 Lebanon St, Unit 2 | 295 Lebanon St | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Colonial Point Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| The Residences at Stevens Pond | The Appleton | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 40 Hurd St | 40 Hurd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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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 Aster at the Summit listed at $2,320.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wakefield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wakefield Apartment is $2,000 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 $2,250 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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