Cheap Homes for Rent in the Forestdale Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $800 (34 Rentals)

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property at 22 W Wyoming Ave

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

22 W Wyoming Ave

MelroseMA02176
property at 33 Russell Park

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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33 Russell Park

MaldenMA02148
property at 166 Salem St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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166 Salem St

MaldenMA02148
property at 55 Lincoln St

$1,550 - $1,750

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$1,750

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$1,750

Studio Rentals

Available Sep 1

55 Lincoln St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 340 Main St

$1,800 - $2,650

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$1,800

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$1,800

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 1

340 Main St

MelroseMA02176
property at 1050 Main St

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1050 Main St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 134 Summer St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

134 Summer St

MaldenMA02148
property at 20 Daniels St

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

Available Sep 1

20 Daniels St, Unit 115

20 Daniels St
MaldenMA02148

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property at 170 Broadway

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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170 Broadway

MaldenMA02148

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 Myrtle Street priced from $1,925. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Myrtle Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,925
Towne EstatesOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,170
Malden TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Pleasant PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forestdale, MA

As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forestdale area is the $0.23 price per square foot 197 Clifton St Model at 197 Clifton St, Unit Clifton in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Forestdale apartment is the 23 Rendall Pl Model at 23 Rendall Pl, Unit 2 starting at $3,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Hammersmith Village 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.
197 Clifton St, Unit Clifton197 Clifton St1BR,1BA$0.23
23 Rendall Pl, Unit 223 Rendall Pl4BR,2BA$2.00
41 Baker St, Unit 41 Baker Street41 Baker St4BR,1BA$1.67
9 Durso Ave, Unit 29 Durso Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
21 Granville Ave, Unit Apt 221 Granville Ave2BR,1BA$1.89
108 Lyme St108 Lyme St3BR,1BA$2.75
Malom Trust Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.88
45 Almont St, Unit 345 Almont St2BR,1BA$3.19
Malden TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1.5BA$2.98
Pleasant PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forestdale, Malden, MA

Ranked #6

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 156 Apartments for Rent in Forestdale, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $16,951. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forestdale ranging from $800 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 $800 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,952.

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 $900 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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