
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA from $1,000 (22 Rentals)
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27-37 Water St

40 Central St

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34 Armory St, Unit BUNGALOW

Grayson Lofts

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Aster at the Summit

Nexxus Apartments
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598 North

Rockledge Apartments

298 Main St

600 NORTH

301 North Ave

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182 Central St, Unit 8

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Stonehill Towers

295 Main St

Stoneham House

241 Main St

182 Central St

104 Gazebo Cir
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202 Central St
West Side, Wakefield, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $2,438 | $1,845 | $3,216 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $1,850 | $5,859 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,134 | $2,200 | $4,345 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,080 | $4,080 | $4,080 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Wakefield, MA.
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 27-37 Water St priced from $2,100. Rockledge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,180. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1BA | $2,394 |
| Stonehill Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Aster at the Summit | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, MA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $2.54 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Stonehill Towers in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the The Peabody Model at Nexxus Apartments starting at $2,394 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehill Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Nexxus Apartments | The Peabody | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| Grayson Lofts | A3/A3a | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Aster at the Summit | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Rockledge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Side, Wakefield, MA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $2,100 at 27-37 Water St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Side is starting from $2,475 at 27-37 Water St.
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