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223 Essex St

104 W Emerson St, Unit 3

15 W Water St
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71 Montvale Ave

50 Franklin St

4 Melrose St, Unit #3

57 Howard St

594 Franklin St

72 Linden St

10 Montrose Ave

71 Montvale Ave
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Wakefield, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wakefield?
Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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Wakefield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,854 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
Wakefield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,738 | $3,200 | $4,800 |
Wakefield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,310 | $3,300 | $5,200 |
Wakefield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,075 | $4,350 | $7,000 |
Wakefield 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Wakefield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wakefield, MA is a Studio unit found at Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood priced from $1,750. Mill Street Gardens in the Nobility Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wakefield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Gardencrest Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wakefield area is the $0.52 price per square foot 330 Swains Pond Ave Model at 330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $5,150. The second greatest value Wakefield apartment is the 18 Union St Model at 18 Union St, Unit 2 starting at $3,300 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Reading neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wakefield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330 | 330 Swains Pond Ave | 5BR,2.5BA | $0.52 |
18 Union St, Unit 2 | 18 Union St | 4BR,1BA | $2.09 |
40 Hurd St, Unit #2 | 40 Hurd St | 4BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Stonehill Towers | Two Bedroom Corner Unit | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
1 Fulton St | 1 Fulton St | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Michaels Landing | 2BED 2BATH (OCT-NOV 2025) | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
Gardencrest Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Colonial Point Apartments | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Mill Street Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakefield
What type of rentals are currently available in Wakefield?
There are currently 221 Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $12,370. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wakefield ranging from $1,650 to $22,500.
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 $1,650 to $22,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,068.
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 $2,500 to $6,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.
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