
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA from $1,795 (9 Rentals)


68 Valley St

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124 Salem St, Unit D

124 Salem St
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27-37 Water St

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Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wakefield Studio Apartments | $2,543 | $2,200 | $4,065 |
Downtown Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,891 | $1,795 | $5,859 |
| Downtown Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,279 | $2,050 | $7,025 |
| Downtown Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Wakefield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wakefield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Wakefield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Wakefield is under $2,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Wakefield?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Wakefield is 27-37 Water St which is listed at $2,100, while the average apartment in Downtown Wakefield costs $4,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Wakefield?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Downtown Wakefield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Wakefield?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Wakefield have an average cost of $315 which is $3,885 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Wakefield.
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