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The Basin Apartments

$2,625 – $4,525/mo

  • Studio–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 588–1,402 sq ft
  • 34 units available
  • Pet friendly
200 Quannapowitt Pkwy, Wakefield, MA, 01880

As of October 14, 2026, The Basin Apartments in Wakefield, MA has 34 apartments for rent from $2,625 to $4,525/mo. Studios start at $2,665, one-bedrooms at $2,625, two-bedrooms at $3,205, and three-bedrooms at $3,970. The average asking rent has fallen 3.9% since March 31, 2026, from $3,468 to $3,332.

Floor plans

The Basin Apartments has 34 units available across 30 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (588–725 sq ft), 11 one-bedroom layouts (611–932 sq ft), 15 two-bedroom layouts (966–1,238 sq ft), and 2 three-bedroom layouts (1,323–1,402 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

S3

Studio • 1 Bath • 588 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,665/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4471$2,665588Oct 11

S4

Studio • 1 Bath • 725 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,740/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4261$2,740725Oct 11

A12

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 611 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,625/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-2210$2,625611Oct 12

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 722 – 762 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,650/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-2117$2,800762Oct 10
2-3126$2,650740Oct 11
2-3320$2,870722Oct 11

A1-G2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 741 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,695/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-2216$2,695741Oct 11

A3

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 783 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,750/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3314$2,750783Oct 11

A1aP

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 695 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,825/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3119$2,825695Oct 11

A1J

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 714 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,825/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4482$2,825714Oct 11

A11B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 687 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,875/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4419$2,875687Dec 1

A14

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 792 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,950/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3322$2,950792Oct 11

A1B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 734 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,975/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4409$2,975734Oct 12

A1aB

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 695 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,075/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3319$3,075695Oct 11

A5-G2P

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 932 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,370/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3103$3,370932Oct 11

B14P

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 966 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,205/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4165$3,205966Oct 11

B15P

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,176 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,355/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4123$3,3551,176Oct 11

B16J

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,077 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,355/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4474$3,3551,077Oct 11

B3B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,085 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,380/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4221$3,3801,085Dec 1

B1aP

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,096 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,500/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3113$3,5001,096Oct 11

B13

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,157 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,525/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-2208$3,5251,157Oct 11

B1ap - G2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,097 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,530/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3107$3,5301,097Oct 11

B14.1B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,050 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,605/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4363$3,6051,050Oct 11

B16B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,057 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,620/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4377$3,6201,057Oct 11

B5

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,238 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,630/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4337$3,6301,238Oct 12

B12P

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,090 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,680/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-2111$3,6801,090Oct 11

B5B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,236 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,695/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4233$3,6951,236Dec 1

B1aB

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,037 – 1,097 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,705/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3215$3,7301,037Oct 11
2-3315$3,9801,037Oct 11
2-3207$3,7051,097Oct 12

B7B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,116 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,805/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4479$3,8051,116Oct 11

B13-G2

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,168 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,855/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1-2307$3,8551,168Oct 11

C4

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,402 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,970/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2-3118$3,9701,402Oct 11

C1B

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,323 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,525/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
3-4387$4,5251,323Oct 11

See all 191 units listed at The Basin Apartments, including ones no longer available.

Cost to rent here

At The Basin Apartments, a studio starts at about $2,916 a month all-in: $2,665 rent, $56 in listed fees, and an estimated $195 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,885, a two-bedroom at about $3,509, and a three-bedroom at about $4,332.

All-in from$2,916/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Basin Apartments takes about $95,940 a year for a studio, $94,500 for a one-bedroom, $115,380 for a two-bedroom, and $142,920 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $2,916 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $140,100 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,916/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$140,100/yr

Income to qualify

$95,940/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Basin Apartments has ranged from $3,265 to $3,606. The current average is $3,332, down $137 (3.9%) from $3,468 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (160 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Basin Apartments, the security deposit is $500 and leases run 18 months. The listing shows $56 a month in fees (sewer $31, water $25) and $12 due at signing (key/key card/lock).

  • Rent

    $2,625 – $4,525/mo

  • Security deposit

    $500

  • Lease term

    18 months

  • Move-in special

    Move In by 11/1 For Up to 1/2 a Month Free! New Residents Only - Transfers Excluded.

  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 10

Monthly fees

Sewer

$31/mo

Water

$25/mo

Due at signing

Key/Key Card/Lock

$12

Amenities

The Basin Apartments is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 32 amenities, including fitness center with private studio, outdoor fireplace in pool area, and sky lounges with rooftop decks.

  • Bike Storage

  • Coworking Lounges

  • Direct Access To Lake Quannapowitt

  • Ev Charging Stations

  • Fire Pits Throughout Expansive Outdoor Courtyards

  • Fitness Center With Private Studio

  • Game Room

  • Outdoor Fireplace In Pool Area

  • Outdoor Grilling Areas

  • Pet Wash Station

  • Private Office Space

  • Resident Lounges

  • Resident Parking Garage

  • Sky Lounges With Rooftop Decks

  • Sparkling Swimming Pool

  • Stunning Lake Views

  • 400 Qp Building

  • Balconies And Patios In Select Homes

  • Furniture Rental Available

  • Hard Surface Flooring

  • In-Home Washer And Dryer

  • Lake Views In Select Homes

  • Modern Soft-Close Cabinetry

  • Northern Exposure

  • Quartz Countertops

  • Separate Bedroom With Barn Door

  • Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Tiled Kitchen Backsplash

  • Under-Cabinet Lighting

  • Upscale Kitchen Finishes

  • View - Courtyard

  • Walk-In Closets In Select Homes

Location

200 Quannapowitt Pkwy, Wakefield, MA, 01880

Resident reviews

The Basin Apartments has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate location (5.0) and amenities and shared spaces (4.3) highest and building quality (2.8) lowest.

4.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.1
Building Quality2.8
Location5.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.3
Maintenance4.3
Overall52 reviews

The Basin offers a modern, well-appointed community with strong leasing and maintenance staff responsiveness during the move-in process and early residency. However, residents report significant ongoing concerns including poor soundproofing between units, frequent false fire alarms, accessibility gaps, and cumulative fees that reduce affordability. While amenities and location near Lake Quannapowitt are widely praised, operational consistency and construction-related disruptions remain persistent issues.

Management and leasing staff receive consistently high praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness during the move-in and leasing process. However, some residents report challenges reaching the leasing office before signing a lease, with unanswered calls and automated responses. Post-move-in communication and issue resolution have been mixed, with some residents experiencing delayed responses to maintenance and construction-related concerns.

Residents report significant noise insulation deficiencies, with multiple complaints about hearing activity from neighboring units and impact noise causing sleep and work disruption. Fire alarm issues occur frequently and have lasted extended periods. The building also shows early signs of maintenance concerns including leaks and electrical issues in a newly constructed property. One positive tour experience noted high-quality construction and materials.

Residents highlight the property's excellent location with convenient walkability to local amenities like the lake, coffee shops, and dining options. Easy highway access via Routes 95 and 93 supports commuting needs. The location is consistently praised as a key factor in residents' satisfaction with the property.

Residents report a mix of experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Positive feedback highlights well-designed private office spaces, a gym, and multiple lounge areas suited for both intimate gatherings and larger groups. However, concerns include undersized amenities relative to unit count (notably a single pool for 440 units), sanitation issues in common areas, failed package deliveries, and maintenance problems including leaks and electrical issues affecting the property's overall condition.

Maintenance communication and responsiveness received positive feedback in one review, with staff noted as accessible and responsive. However, another review raised concerns about privacy during maintenance entry and noted issues with smart-lock security, deadbolt durability, and ongoing pest-control measures suggesting rodent concerns. Overall maintenance experiences appear mixed, with communication strengths offset by security and access protocol questions.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The Basin Apartments is car-dependent and somewhat bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Basin Apartments was good on 188 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 60, moderate). Daily highs averaged 83°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 15°F in February, the coldest.

Air quality

188 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 41

Temperature

83° / 15°

average July high / February low

: 72° high, 53° low

Pollen

None

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January32°F17°F46 (good)20 of 31
February32°F15°F59 (moderate)9 of 28
March48°F29°F50 (good)16 of 31
April57°F39°F49 (good)18 of 30
May68°F51°F53 (moderate)12 of 31
June81°F61°F58 (moderate)6 of 30
July83°F65°F60 (moderate)5 of 31
August81°F65°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
September70°F56°F43 (good)24 of 30
October63°F47°F41 (good)25 of 31
November49°F34°F42 (good)22 of 30
December35°F21°F44 (good)21 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Basin Discover the perfect blend of tranquility and connectivity at The Basin Apartments in Wakefield, MA. Just moments from the city yet worlds away, this lakeside retreat offers spacious studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes designed for effortless living. Admire the modern interior finishes and views of the waterfront from your private balcony. Embrace a lifestyle of balance with a wide array of indoor and outdoor amenities, all set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Quannapowitt.

Nearby schools

The closest school to The Basin Apartments is Wakefield Kindercare, a private elementary school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Walton Elementary School, 0.8 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Wakefield Kindercare

Private · Elementary		PrivateElementary0.2 mi

Nazareth Academy

Private · High		PrivateHigh0.7 mi

Walton Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary0.8 mi

Ymca School Age Cc At Dolbeare

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Dolbeare Elementary School

Public · Elementary		PublicElementary1.0 mi

Golden Rule Nursery School

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Burbank YMCA Day Care-Cong Church

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Tall Spire Nursery School

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Canterbury Day Care Center

Private · Preschool		PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

St Joseph School

Private · Middle		PrivateMiddle1.3 mi

Contact & management

The Basin Apartments is managed by Equity Residential.

Equity Residential

Property manager

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