Cheap Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA from $900 (109 Rentals)

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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2
$1,050
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$1,050

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$1,050
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2

167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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14 Shawmut Ter, Unit 2
$1,280
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$1,280

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$1,280
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 30

14 Shawmut Ter, Unit 2

14 Shawmut TerMalden, MA 02148
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property at 195 Pleasant St

$1,670

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$1,670

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$1,670

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195 Pleasant St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 73 West St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

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73 West St

MaldenMA02148
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347 Pleasant St, Unit 349-B1-14
$1,800
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$1,800

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$1,800
Studio Apartment Available Jun 1

347 Pleasant St, Unit 349-B1-14

347 Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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property at 2 Granite St

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

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2 Granite St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 117 Summer St

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

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117 Summer St

MaldenMA02148
property at 529 Pleasant St

$1,880

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$1,880

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$1,880

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529 Pleasant St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 103 Summer St

$1,975 - $2,185

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$1,975

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$1,975

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103 Summer St

MaldenMA02148
property at 39 Garden St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

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39 Garden St

MaldenMA02148
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5 Hancock St, Unit #1
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
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5 Hancock St, Unit #1

5 Hancock StMalden, MA 02148
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7 Shawmut Ter, Unit #1
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
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7 Shawmut Ter, Unit #1

7 Shawmut TerMalden, MA 02148
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15 Bowman St, Unit #1
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
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15 Bowman St, Unit #1

15 Bowman StMalden, MA 02148
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23 Benner Ave, Unit #1
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
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23 Benner Ave, Unit #1

23 Benner AveMalden, MA 02148

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101-109 Summer Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101-109 Summer Street

101-109 Summer StMalden, MA 02148
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Pleasant
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant

349 Pleasant 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
2 Bedroom Apartments

38 Lyme St

38 Lyme StMalden, MA 02148
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Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altitude ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Upgrade1BR,1BA$1,715

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.09 price per square foot 75 Pinkert St Model at 75 Pinkert St, Unit 2 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 48 Harvard St Model at 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 starting at $1,700 with a $0.17 price per square foot in the Ferryway 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.
75 Pinkert St, Unit 275 Pinkert St3BR,2BA$0.09
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
767 Broadway, Unit #4767 Broadway1BR,1BA$0.19
7 Shawmut Ter, Unit #17 Shawmut Ter1BR,1BA$0.20
196 Central St, Unit 1C196 Central StStudio ,1BA$0.22
3 Heath St3 Heath St2BR,1BA$0.23
39 Cross St, Unit 48-239 Cross St2BR,1BA$0.24
20 Washington Pl, Unit #11420 Washington Pl2BR,1BA$0.24
460 Highland Ave, Unit #1460 Highland Ave1BR,1BA$0.24
124 Pearl St, Unit 1124 Pearl St1BR,1BA$0.24

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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 Altitude Apartments listed at $1,725.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment is $1,715 at Altitude 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 $2,295 at 176 Broadway.

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