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property at 23 Princeton St

$1,500

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$1,500
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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

23 Princeton St

MedfordMA02155
property at 21 5th St

$1,575

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$1,575
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$1,575

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21 5th St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 18 Rush St

$1,600

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$1,600
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$1,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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18 Rush St, Unit 2A, Unit 2A

18 Rush St
SomervilleMA02145

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property at 426 Pleasant St

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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426 Pleasant St

MaldenMA02148
property at 20 Central Ave

$1,800

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$1,800
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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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20 Central Ave

RevereMA02151

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 260 Tremont 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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260 Tremont St

MelroseMA02176

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 340 Main St

$1,850 - $2,100

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$1,850
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340 Main St

MelroseMA02176

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Malden, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkwood ApartmentsStudio, non-renovatedStudio,1BA$1,700
Carlyle House ApartmentsStudio, non-renovated (Exeter)Studio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.19 price per square foot 167 Elm St Model at 167 Elm St, Unit 1 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 456 Salem St Model at 456 Salem St starting at $1,975 with a $0.20 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.
167 Elm St, Unit 1167 Elm St1BR,1BA$0.19
456 Salem St456 Salem St1BR,1BA$0.20
72 Myrtle St, Unit 172 Myrtle St2BR,1BA$0.27
23 Wisconsin Ave, Unit 123 Wisconsin Ave4BR,1BA$0.36
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
452 Main St, Unit 4452 Main St1BR,1BA$0.19
33 Everett Ave, Unit 133 Everett Ave2BR,1BA$0.30
181 Washington Ave, Unit #3181 Washington Ave2BR,1BA$0.28
20 Fellsway W, Unit 220 Fellsway W4BR,1.5BA$0.40
41 Baker St, Unit 41 Baker Street41 Baker St4BR,1BA$1.67

Boston Neighborhood Guide: Living Near UMass, MGH, and State Street

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Malden

What type of rentals are currently available in Malden?

There are currently 1035 Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $17,859. There are also 509 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden ranging from $1,125 to $25,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malden ranges from $1,125 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,009.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Malden range from $950 to $6,485, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $6,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,125 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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