Cheap Homes for Rent in Forestdale Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,800 (14 Rentals)

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property at 428 Salem St

428 Salem St, Unit 1

428 Salem St
MaldenMA02148
property at 86 Maple St

86 Maple St, Unit 4

86 Maple St
MaldenMA02148
property at 79 Waite Street Extension
property at 102 Salem St

102 Salem St

MaldenMA02148
property at 102 Salem St

102 Salem St, Unit 2R

102 Salem St
MaldenMA02148

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property at 137 Lynde St

137 Lynde St

MelroseMA02176
property at 550 Main St

550 Main St

MaldenMA02148
property at 51 Clark St

51 Clark St, Unit #2

51 Clark St
MaldenMA02148
property at 17-19-19 Washington St S
property at 233 Forest St

233 Forest St

MaldenMA02148
property at 233 Forest St

233 Forest St

MaldenMA02148

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Forestdale, Malden, MA Local Guide

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 Towne Estates priced from $2,120. Malom Trust Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Forestdale apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towne EstatesOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,120
Malom Trust Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,200
Malden TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forestdale, MA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forestdale area is the $0.52 price per square foot 330 Swains Pond Ave Model at 330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $5,150. The second greatest value Forestdale apartment is the 349A Pleasant St Model at 349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18 starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forestdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330330 Swains Pond Ave5BR,2.5BA$0.52
349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18349A Pleasant StStudio ,1BA$0.18
19 Washington St S, Unit 30419 Washington St S1BR,1BA$0.20
11 Knollin St, Unit 211 Knollin St4BR,2BA$2.09
40 Cedar St, Unit 240 Cedar St4BR,2BA$2.15
41 Baker St, Unit 4141 Baker St4BR,1BA$1.94
56 Clayton St56 Clayton St3BR,1BA$2.57
154 Mount Vernon St, Unit 2154 Mount Vernon St3BR,1BA$2.27
12 Gilbert Ct, Unit 1212 Gilbert Ct2BR,1BA$2.33
51 Granville Ave, Unit 351 Granville Ave1BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forestdale, Malden, MA

Ranked #5

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forestdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Forestdale?

There are currently 159 Apartments for Rent in Forestdale, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,670 to $9,939. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forestdale ranging from $1,875 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forestdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forestdale ranges from $1,875 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,926.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forestdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forestdale range from $2,700 to $8,920, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $3,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,995.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.