
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forestdale Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $900 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forestdale area of Malden.


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57 Linden Ave, Unit 5

17-19-19 Washington St S, Unit 409

17-19 Washington St. 409, Unit 409

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2 Park Ave, Unit 1

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19

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64 Maple St
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84 Sprague St

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180 Pleasant St

349 Pleasant St, Unit B1-17

349 Pleasant St, Unit B1-18

349 Pleasant St, Unit B1-18

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67 Washington St, Unit 102

18 Fairview Ave
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85 Maple St, Unit 5

793 Main St, Unit 3

44 Spring St

1 Glenwood St, Unit 2

120 Summer St, Unit 7

120 Summer St, Unit 7

20 Daniels St, Unit 115

134 Summer St, Unit 47
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101-109 Summer Street

39-41-41 Columbia St, Unit 3

Andover House

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2 Granite

Myrtle Street

170 Broadway

Ten Florence at Central Place
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38 Lyme St

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10 Chestnut St, Unit 3

10 Chestnut St
Forestdale, Malden, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forestdale?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forestdale Studio Apartments | $2,429 | $1,700 | $2,922 |
| Forestdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,916 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Forestdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Forestdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $2,700 | $3,800 |
| Forestdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,900 | $3,000 | $4,800 |
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Cheapest Available Forestdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forestdale area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2 Granite priced from $1,750. Towne Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,170. Here are the most affordable Forestdale apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Granite | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,750 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,170 |
| Malden Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,250 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forestdale, MA
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forestdale area is the $2.15 price per square foot 40 Cedar St Model at 40 Cedar St in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $4,300. The second greatest value Forestdale apartment is the 9 Durso Ave Model at 9 Durso Ave, Unit 2 in the Ferryway neighborhood starting at $3,000 with a $1.88 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forestdale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Cedar St | 40 Cedar St | 4BR, 2BA | $2.15 |
| 9 Durso Ave, Unit 2 | 9 Durso Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.88 |
| 9 Kenilworth St, Unit 3 Beds 1 Bath Apartment | 9 Kenilworth St | 3BR, 1BA | $2.14 |
| 7 Jordan Ter, Unit #C | 7 Jordan Ter | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.40 |
| 27 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #3 | 27 W Wyoming Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $2.60 |
| The Washingtons | One Bedroom One Bath (811 SF) | 1BR, 1BA | $3.26 |
| 45 Almont St, Unit 3 | 45 Almont St | 2BR, 1BA | $3.19 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR, 2BA | $2.99 |
| Malden Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1.5BA | $2.98 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forestdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forestdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forestdale is under $2,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forestdale?
The cheapest apartment in Forestdale is 2 Granite which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Forestdale costs $2,935.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forestdale?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Forestdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Forestdale?
Cheap apartments in Forestdale have an average cost of $1,182 which is $1,753 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forestdale.
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