
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wellesley, MA from $1,600 (28 Rentals)
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Ardemore At Wellesley

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Rosemary Lake Apartments

21 Highland Terrace

1143 Beacon St

26 N Main St

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979 Chestnut St
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55 E Central St

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282 Grove St, Unit 06

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282 Grove St, Unit 9

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8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F

282 Grove St

1026 Chestnut St

286 Grove St
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286 Grove St, Unit 3

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1026 Chestnut St, Unit 2A

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262 Lake Ave, Unit 3

Commonwealth Residences

278 Grove St

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1595 Commonwealth Ave

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1024 Chestnut St, Unit 2A
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24 N Main St

674 Boylston St

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13 Moseley Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Apartment

Concord Street Apartments

57 Eliot St

Woodland Park

Golda Meir House 62+ Senior Housing
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wellesley?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wellesley Studio Apartments | $3,100 | $2,400 | $4,065 |
| Cheap Wellesley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,021 | $1,900 | $5,078 |
| Cheap Wellesley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,932 | $2,000 | $5,711 |
| Cheap Wellesley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,615 | $2,450 | $7,910 |
| Cheap Wellesley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,043 | $4,200 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Available Wellesley Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Commonwealth Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wellesley, MA
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wellesley area is the $0.29 price per square foot 16 Lafayette Rd Model at 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Wellesley apartment is the 8 Mechanic St Model at 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F starting at $2,300 with a $0.23 price per square foot in the Oak Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wellesley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Lafayette Rd, Unit 11A | 16 Lafayette Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.29 |
| 8 Mechanic St, Unit 1F | 8 Mechanic St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 53 Wyman St, Unit A-11 | 53 Wyman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 262 Lake Ave, Unit 3 | 262 Lake Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 45 Wyman St, Unit #3 | 45 Wyman St | 2BR,1BA | $0.31 |
| 2044 Beacon St, Unit 2 | 2044 Beacon St | 4BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| 1143 Beacon St, Unit #2 | 1143 Beacon St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 24 Union St, Unit 1 | 24 Union St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 282 Grove St, Unit 9 | 282 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 286 Grove St, Unit 3 | 286 Grove St | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wellesley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wellesley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wellesley is at Commonwealth Residences listed at $2,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wellesley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wellesley Apartment is $2,100 at Woodland Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wellesley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wellesley is starting from $2,650 at Woodland Park.
What is the most affordable Wellesley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wellesley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kendrick and starts from $4,835.
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