
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA (62 Rentals)


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10 Richardson St, Unit 2

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35 Chestnut St, Unit 2

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12 Avon St, Unit Apt #2

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5 Spring Ave, Unit 2

4 Wakefield Ave, Unit 4

206 Nahant St

40 Central St

298 Main St

15 W Water St
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35 Chestnut St

175 North Ave

44 Church St

36 Crescent St

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11 Chestnut St

13 Chestnut St

14 Chestnut St

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391 Main St

19-35 Richardson St

31 Avon Ct

306 Main St

12 Princess St

35-37 Richardson St

30 Chestnut St

175 North Ave

48 Water St

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8 Emerson St

8 Wakefield Ave

8 Richardson St

26 Salem St

5 Columbia Rd

217 Albion St

248 Albion St

147 Water St

43-47 N Emerson St

The Parkside
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27 Melvin St

278 Water St

The Franklin

Preston Park Condominiums

65 Valley St

318 Water St

Brightview Wakefield

39-41 Richardson Ave
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Downtown Wakefield, Wakefield, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wakefield Studio Apartments | $2,496 | $2,464 | $2,530 |
| Downtown Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $2,379 | $5,585 |
| Downtown Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $2,200 | $4,345 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,062 | $2,400 | $3,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Wakefield
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Wakefield area of Wakefield, MA?
As of today, September 05, 2026, there are currently 62 available Downtown Wakefield apartments priced from $2,200 to $5,585, with an average monthly rent of $3,181.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wakefield cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Wakefield range from $2,200 to $4,345. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,181.
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