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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 30Grayson Lofts
168 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
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The Foundry Wakefield
69 Foundry StWakefield, MA 01880
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30 Chestnut St
30 Chestnut StWakefield, MA 01880
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175 North Ave
175 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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5 Columbia Rd
5 Columbia RdWakefield, MA 01880
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642MAIN
642 Main StWakefield, MA 01880
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217 Albion St
217 Albion StWakefield, MA 01880
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598 North
598 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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301 North Ave
301 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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259 Water St
259 Water StWakefield, MA 01880
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39-41 Richardson Ave
39-41 Richardson AveWakefield, MA 01880
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600 NORTH
600 North AveWakefield, MA 01880
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
The Americana Wakefield
415 Lowell StWakefield, MA 01880
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Downtown Wakefield, Wakefield, MA Local Guide
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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 | $2,589 | $2,250 | $3,600 |
| Downtown Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $1,995 | $5,859 |
| Downtown Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $2,200 | $4,345 |
| Downtown Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Wakefield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wakefield area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rockledge Apartments priced from $2,000. 27-37 Water St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wakefield apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Elms | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wakefield, MA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wakefield area is the $3.18 price per square foot One Bed Model at The Elms in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Downtown Wakefield apartment is the 273 Albion St Model at 273 Albion St, Unit #23 starting at $2,500 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Greenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wakefield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elms | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 273 Albion St, Unit #23 | 273 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wakefield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wakefield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wakefield Apartment is $2,000 at Rockledge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wakefield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wakefield is starting from $2,475 at 27-37 Water St.
What is the most affordable Downtown Wakefield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Wakefield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Elms and starts from $3,066.
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