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Wellesley Apartment Renter's Guide
Wellesley Apartment Renter's Guide
What locals are saying
Wellesley is just 16 miles outside of Boston, so residents get all the big-city advantages from Beantown while also enjoying lush tree-lined streets and restored historical buildings. The big city may be close enough for amenities, but Wellesley might as well be a million miles away because it has a much more relaxed vibe.
Once you’ve decided that you want to settle in Wellesley, you’ll need to find a place to live
Wellesley is just 16 miles outside of Boston, so residents get all the big-city advantages from Beantown while also enjoying lush tree-lined streets and restored historical buildings. The big city may be close enough for amenities, but Wellesley might as well be a million miles away because it has a much more relaxed vibe.
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Once you’ve decided that you want to settle in Wellesley, you’ll need to find a place to live. And you better do your homework, otherwise you might just get hauled right out of town.
It may be a bit easier to find a place in Newton or Natick (both are close by), but Wellesley is a true hot spot, as you'll be able to go into any neighboring town and triumphantly exclaim, "Excuse me, I have to get back to Wellesley." Trust us, the glares are worth it.
Wellesley Crime
Overall Crime
Low
Overall crime in Wellesley is low in comparison to the national average.
Violent Crime
Lowest
The level of violent crime in Wellesley is one of the lowest violent crime rates in the nation.
Property Crime
Low
The level of property crime in Wellesley is low compared to the national average property crime rate.
Top Schools in Wellesley
Elementary Schools
10 /10
Joseph E. Fiske Elementary School
PublicPK-5
PublicPK-5398 Students
2 Reviews
398
Students
2 Reviews
10 /10
Sprague Elementary School
PublicK-5
PublicK-5383 Students
1 Reviews
383
Students
1 Reviews
9 /10
John D. Hardy Elementary School
PublicK-5
PublicK-5295 Students
3 Reviews
295
Students
3 Reviews
Middle Schools
7 /10
Wellesley Middle School
Public6-8
Public6-81,128 Students
8 Reviews
1,128
Students
8 Reviews
High Schools
8 /10
Wellesley Sr High School
Public9-12
Public9-121,569 Students
8 Reviews
1,569
Students
8 Reviews
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Check out 219 verified apartments for rent in Wellesley, MA with rents starting as low as $2,400. Prices shown are base rent prices and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
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Hastings Village Apartment Homes
66 Hastings Street Suite 107, Wellesley MA 02481 (781) 365-5815
$2,702
3 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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The Nines Wellesley
40 William Street, Wellesley MA 02481 (424) 277-8297
$3,395+
Rent Savings
20 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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3 Burke Lane
3 Burke Lane, Wellesley MA 02481 (857) 229-4182
$2,422
1 unit available
2 bed • 3 bed • 4 bed
Air conditioning
Results within 1 mile of Wellesley
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Hamilton Highlands
757 Highland Avenue, Needham MA 02494 (857) 214-4671
$2,950
3 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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Woodland Park
264 Grove Street, Newton MA 02466 (205) 546-1530
$2,150+
9 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Dog park + more
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Woodland Station
1940 Washington Street, Newton MA 02466 (617) 207-6802
$3,379+
6 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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15 River Park St
15 River Park Street, Needham MA 02494 (339) 235-4361
$4,695
1 unit available
4 bed
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel, and Air conditioning
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1525 Beacon St
1525 Beacon Street, Newton MA 02468 (617) 969-9000
$7,500
1 unit available
1 bed • 3 bed
Hardwood floors, Stainless steel, and Fireplace
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366 Elliot St.
366 Elliot Street, Newton MA 02464 (617) 792-4156
$2,200
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, and Air conditioning
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59 Wyman St.
59 Wyman Street, Newton MA 02468 (617) 739-7000
$3,300
1 unit available
2 bed
On-site laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, and Recently renovated
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280 Grove St.
280 Grove Street, Newton MA 02466 (857) 327-7182
$2,800
1 unit available
2 bed
Hardwood floors, Parking, Some paid utils, and Internet access
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2044 Beacon St.
2044 Beacon Street, Newton MA 02468 (401) 744-1003
$4,500
1 unit available
3 bed • 4 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Parking, Stainless steel, and Air conditioning
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186 Woodward St.
186 Woodward Street, Newton MA 02468 (617) 571-9843
$9,995
1 unit available
4 bed
Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated + more
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151 Concord St.
151 Concord Street, Newton MA 02462 (617) 686-5617
$2,595
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Air conditioning, Carpet, and Garbage disposal
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69 Saco St.
69 Saco Street, Newton MA 02464 (617) 645-6040
$3,950
1 unit available
3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Parking, Recently renovated, Air conditioning, and Playground
Results within 5 miles of Wellesley
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The Kendrick
275 2nd Avenue, Needham MA 02494 (339) 225-9024
$2,781+
Rent Savings
44 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel + more
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Watertown Mews
1 Repton Place, Watertown Town MA 02472 (617) 219-9325
$2,783+
8 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance + more
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Aven at Newton Highlands
99 Needham Street, Newton MA 02461 (617) 390-8976
$3,900+
10 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
In unit laundry, Putting green, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher + more
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Hamilton Village
10 Queens Way, Framingham MA 01701 (617) 917-3379
$1,875
1 unit available
1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Parking + more
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Hamilton Place
233 Main Street, Watertown Town MA 02472 (781) 676-3339
$2,250+
7 units available
Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Parking, Walk in closets, Gym + more
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Lincoln Street Apartments
8 Lincoln Street, Newton MA 02461 (617) 917-3479
$2,200+
2 units available
Studio • 1 bed
Hardwood floors and Pet friendly
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Find an apartment for rent in Wellesley, MA
Searching for an apartment for rent in Wellesley, MA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 219 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Wellesley. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in Wellesley is $3,459 for a studio, $3,843 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,090 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How much is rent in Wellesley?
In Wellesley, the average rent is $3,459 for a studio, $3,843 for a 1-bedroom, $3,090 for a 2-bedroom, and $6,596 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Wellesley, check out our monthly Wellesley Rent Report.
How can I find a cheap apartment in Wellesley?
You can get the best deal by searching by apartments that are offering move-in specials in Wellesley.
How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Wellesley?
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Wellesley apartments that allow pets.
How much should I pay for rent in Wellesley?
The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Wellesley.
How can I find off-campus housing in Wellesley?
You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Wellesley. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston University, Berklee College of Music, Northeastern University, and Northeastern University Professional Advancement Network.