Cheap Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA from $900 (111 Rentals)

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property at 13 Harnden Rd

$900

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13 Harnden Rd

MaldenMA02148
property at 135 Clifton St

$1,700

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$1,700

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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135 Clifton St

MaldenMA02148
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2 Park Ave, Unit 1
$1,750
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$1,750

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$1,750
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 31

2 Park Ave, Unit 1

2 Park AveMalden, MA 02148
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347 Pleasant St
$1,800 - $2,100
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$1,800 - $2,100

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347 Pleasant St

347 Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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property at 8 Rockwell Terrace

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

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8 Rockwell Terrace

MaldenMA02148
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22 Saint Mary St
$1,850 - $1,925
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$1,850 - $1,925

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22 Saint Mary St

22 Saint Mary StMalden, MA 02148
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property at 392 Ferry St

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

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392 Ferry St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 134 Salem St

$1,875

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$1,875

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$1,875

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134 Salem St

MaldenMA02148
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171 Washington St
$1,895 - $2,400
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171 Washington St

171 Washington StMalden, MA 02148
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101-109 Summer Street
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101-109 Summer Street

101-109 Summer StMalden, MA 02148
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Broadway Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Broadway Apartments

246 BroadwayMalden, MA 02148
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Andover House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Andover House

21 Wyeth StMalden, MA 02148
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Myrtle Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

Myrtle Street

51 Myrtle StMalden, MA 02148
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38 Lyme St
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38 Lyme St

38 Lyme StMalden, MA 02148
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property at 890 Broadway

$900

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$900

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890 Broadway

ChelseaMA02150

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Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Malden, MA is a Studio unit found at 16 5th in the Ferryway neighborhood priced from $1,550. 10 Yeamans St in the West Revere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malden apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
16 5th0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,550
10 Yeamans St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,695
Altitude ApartmentsStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,783
31 Elmwood St31 Elmwood St - 21BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.17 price per square foot 48 Harvard St Model at 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 165 Broadway Model at 165 Broadway starting at $3,900 with a $0.39 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malden apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
165 Broadway165 Broadway3BR,1BA$0.39
3 Heath St3 Heath St2BR,1BA$0.23
20 Fellsway W, Unit 220 Fellsway W4BR,1.5BA$0.40
181 Washington Ave, Unit #3181 Washington Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
20 Fellsway W, Unit 220 Fellsway W4BR,1.5BA$0.40
124 Forest St, Unit 3R124 Forest St3BR,1BA$0.26
118 Vernal St, Unit 2118 Vernal St3BR,1BA$0.29
28 Temple St, Unit 328 Temple St4BR,1BA$1.60
85 High St, Unit 185 High St3BR,1BA$1.67

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Malden Overview

The northeast is a great place to work, live, and raise children and one of the best places to do all of this is in Malden, MA. Malden, MA is a city that is located in Middlesex County, MA. It has been listed at one of the best places in the entire state to raise children. During the past few decades, Malden, MA has grown quickly thanks to its high standard of living, its friendly people, its job market, and its accessibility. For all of these reasons, many people are still flocking to Malden apartments, calling them home. If you are thinking about living in apartments in Malden, MA, then you should learn a bit more about this fantastic city. What are a few of the high points that everyone living in the local area should know?

Why live in Malden, MA?

There are several reasons why so many people choose to call Malden, MA their home. First, Malden, MA is close to Boston and many people work in the city but live in Malden because the cost of living is lower even though the commute might be a bit longer. In addition, Malden, MA is a friendly place that is a great city in which to raise children. The school system is strong and the city is safe. Finally, many people love living in Malden, MA because the temperatures are cool. Those who don’t enjoy the heat will love the cooler weather in Malden!

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malden Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Malden?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Malden is at 16 5th listed at $1,550.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment is $1,900 at 31 Elmwood St.

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 $2,000 at 282-288 Revere St.

What is the most affordable Malden Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Malden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 11 Langdon St and starts from $3,200.

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