
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wakefield Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)
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68 Valley St

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124 Salem St, Unit D

124 Salem St

246 Salem St

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246 Salem St, Unit 4

27-37 Water St
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Grayson Lofts

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40 Avon St, Unit Ground

52 Vernon St

8 Wakefield Ave

39-41 Richardson Ave

598 North

Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included
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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 | $2,543 | $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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There are currently 14 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 27-37 Water St priced from $2,100. Grayson Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,399. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wakefield apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Grayson Lofts | S1/S1a | Studio,1BA | $2,399 |
| The Elms | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wakefield, MA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wakefield area is the $2.48 price per square foot 23 Converse St Model at 23 Converse St, Unit 1st Floor Apt in the in the Greenwood neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Downtown Wakefield apartment is the 20 Pleasant St Model at 20 Pleasant St, Unit 2nd floor starting at $2,900 with a $2.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Converse St, Unit 1st Floor Apt | 23 Converse St | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 20 Pleasant St, Unit 2nd floor | 20 Pleasant St | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Elms | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| 10 Wakefield Ave, Unit 3R | 10 Wakefield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Grayson Lofts | S1/S1a | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
| 246 Salem St, Unit 4 | 246 Salem St | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 124 Salem St, Unit D | 124 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
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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