
Homes for Rent in Wakefield, MA (62 Rentals)


533 Water St

44 Church St

175 North Ave

15 W Water St

35 Chestnut St

410 Salem St

305 Salem St, Unit 210

2 Albert Dr, Unit 10

104 W Emerson St, Unit 5a
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340 Main St, Unit 703

701 Sherwood Forest Ln

177 Central St

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70 Mill St, Unit 3

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861 Broadway-SI FL4-ID5611A, Unit SI FL4-ID5611A

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861 Broadway-SI FL4-ID5611A, Unit SI FL4-ID5611A

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64 Newcomb Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID1586668P
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3 Mt Vernon St, Unit 4

70 Mill St, Unit 2

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861 Broadway-SI FL3-ID6792A, Unit SI FL3-ID6792A

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96 Upham St, Unit SI ID1534615P

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3 Chapel Way, Unit SI ID1387521P

62 Mill St, Unit 6

3 Mt Vernon St

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861 Broadway-SI FL1-ID6673A, Unit SI FL1-ID6673A

59 Greenwood St, Unit 2

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861 Broadway-SI FL1-ID4225A, Unit SI FL1-ID4225A
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861 Broadway-SI FL4-ID2616A, Unit SI FL4-ID2616A

78 Mill St, Unit 1

54 Mill St, Unit 6

76 Mill St, Unit 5

70 Mill St, Unit 10

70 Mill St, Unit 6

56 Mill St, Unit 1

60 Mill St, Unit 11

66 Mill St, Unit 1

78 Mill St, Unit 10
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191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 10

189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 31

16 W Wyoming Ave

190 Sylvan St

305 Salem St

22 Berkeley St

60 Vinton St

169 Franklin St

137 Franklin St

61 Wright St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,823 | $2,300 | $3,450 |
| Wakefield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,627 | $2,800 | $4,200 |
| Wakefield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,475 | $4,450 | $4,500 |
| Wakefield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,800 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Wakefield?
There are currently 228 Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,810 to $18,572. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wakefield ranging from $1,485 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wakefield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wakefield ranges from $1,485 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,237.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wakefield?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wakefield range from $2,900 to $6,718, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.
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