
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Malden, IL from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Northland Park Apartments

MEADOWS OF LUKE RIDGE

Dixon River Apartments

Winkler Village Apartments

Ashbury Court

Cedar Crossing Apartments

Willis Senior Lofts

Colonial Townhouses
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103 W Railroad St

Versailles Apartments

Willow Knolls Apartments

504 S Sweetbriar Dr

Sterling Towers

The Terraces at Dekalb

The Grove Apartments

Kellogg Place Apartments

Dunlap Lakeside
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Lincolnshire West

Flats at Dunlap

Woodsage Apartments

Prairie Creek Townhomes

Eco Park

Eagle Point Apartments

Camden Hills Apartments

Westridge Apartments

Blackhawk Apartments
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Tiffany Pointe

9 1/2 N Randolph St

220 7th St

Rock Falls Apartments

Woods + Meadow Apartments

1016 N Maple St

Willow Way

The Grove Apartments

415-421 W Forrest Lawn Ave
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9 N Randolph St

826 N Spalding St

611 W Matthews St

838 Hitt St

118 E Canal St

509 7th Ave

611 W 15th St

Prairie Vista Apartments

214 W 1st St
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109 S 12th St

907 Ave G

516 Stilson St

1905 14th Ave
Malden, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malden Studio Apartments | $768 | $600 | $900 |
| Malden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $675 | $1,665 |
| Malden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $670 | $1,883 |
| Malden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $757 | $2,122 |
| Malden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
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Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Malden, IL is a Studio unit found at Northland Park Apartments priced from $625. Winkler Village Apartments in the Woodford County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northland Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Versailles Apartments | Tradition - 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Willow Knolls Apartments | Studio / 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Kellogg Place Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Flats at Dunlap | One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Woodsage Apartments | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, IL and Nearby
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.93 price per square foot 4 TH Model at Mason Townhouse Suites in the in the Dekalb neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Eagle Point Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Northmoor Knolls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Townhouse Suites | 4 TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| Eagle Point Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Camden Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Grove Apartments | Signature 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Dixon River Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Ashbury Court | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Woodsage Apartments | 1 Bedroom Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Versailles Apartments | Tradition - 1BR / 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Terraces at Dekalb | Lincoln Hwy 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Winkler Village Apartments | 1BD 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malden Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment is $725 at Winkler Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malden is starting from $775 at Dixon River Apartments.
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