15 W Water St
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191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit uni#10
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189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit uni#22
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MelroseMA02176
175 W Wyoming Ave, Unit uni#39 2-bed 1-bath
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95 Audubon Rd, Unit 603
95 Audubon Rd
WakefieldMA01880
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95 Audubon Rd
WakefieldMA01880
95 Audubon Rd, Unit 1215
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WakefieldMA01880
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Wakefield, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Wakefield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wakefield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,140 | $2,300 | $5,150 |
| Wakefield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,082 | $3,195 | $5,800 |
| Wakefield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,150 | $4,000 | $6,750 |
| Wakefield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Available Wakefield Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Wakefield, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 30 Howard St in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood priced from $1,600. Leisure Lane Apartments in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wakefield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Howard St | 7H Falmouth | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Leisure Lane Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wakefield area is the $0.25 price per square foot 22 Linden Rd Model at 22 Linden Rd in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Wakefield apartment is the 51 Mount Vernon St Model at 51 Mount Vernon St, Unit #5 starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Hammersmith Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Linden Rd | 22 Linden Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
| 51 Mount Vernon St, Unit #5 | 51 Mount Vernon St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.28 |
| 179 Green St, Unit #408 | 179 Green St | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| 159 Franklin St, Unit #D3 | 159 Franklin St | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 2 Fremont St, Unit 1 | 2 Fremont St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 541 Main St, Unit #4 | 541 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 3 Stonehill Dr, Unit #1H | 3 Stonehill Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 269 Albion St, Unit #11 | 269 Albion St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 13 Radcliffe Rd, Unit #1 | 13 Radcliffe Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Mill Street Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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There are currently 238 Apartments for Rent in Wakefield, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $11,078. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wakefield ranging from $1,800 to $7,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wakefield ranges from $1,800 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,325.
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