
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Historic District Wellesley, MA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)
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129 North Ave

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Rosemary Lake Apartments

Commonwealth Residences

5 General Greene Ave, Unit 6

63 Oak St
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Natick Corner

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57 Eliot St

Golda Meir House 62+ Senior Housing

1932 Washington St
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210 Hillside Ave
Historic District, Wellesley, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Historic District?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Historic District Studio Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,038 | $1,900 | $5,967 |
| Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,896 | $2,400 | $4,767 |
| Historic District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,380 | $3,400 | $6,401 |
| Historic District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Historic District Neighborhood of Wellesley, MA.
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Cheapest Available Historic District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Historic District area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Commonwealth Residences priced from $2,400. Natick Corner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,600. Here are the most affordable Historic District apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,400 |
| Natick Corner | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Chestnut Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom Senior Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| 21 Summer St | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3,000 |
| 45 E. Central St. | 1-BD | 1BR,1BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Historic District, MA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Historic District area is the $3.48 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Phillips Park Apartments in the in the Wellesley Hills neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Historic District apartment is the 1-BD Model at 45 E. Central St. starting at $3,200 with a $4.21 price per square foot in the Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phillips Park Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.48 |
| 45 E. Central St. | 1-BD | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Woodland Station Apartments | The Riverside | 1BR,1BA | $4.97 |
| Natick Corner | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 21 Summer St | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| Commonwealth Residences | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Historic District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Historic District Apartment is $2,600 at Natick Corner.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Historic District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Historic District is starting from $2,800 at Chestnut Hollow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 45 E. Central St. and starts from $5,200.
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