
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA from $1,000 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Wakefield area of Wakefield.


The Foundry Wakefield

30 Chestnut St

175 North Ave

5 Columbia Rd

642MAIN
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217 Albion St

598 North

301 North Ave

259 Water St

39-41 Richardson Ave

600 NORTH
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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 | $2,715 | $2,150 | $3,655 |
| Downtown Wakefield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,937 | $2,000 | $5,859 |
| Downtown Wakefield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $2,250 | $4,345 |
| Downtown Wakefield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
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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 Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| The Elms | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wakefield, MA
As of May 08, 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 |
| 34 Richardson St, Unit #2 | 34 Richardson St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wakefield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Wakefield?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Wakefield is Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included which is listed at $2,000, 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 $378 which is $3,822 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Wakefield.
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