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18 Beltran St

199 Belmont St, Unit 2

82 Warren Ave, Unit 1

22 Willard St, Unit Room 5

44 Loomis St, Unit 308A

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Medford, Unit D

175 Ward St

175 Ward St, Unit 77

22 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 26
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22 W Wyoming Ave

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-5

33 Russell Park

166 Salem St

63 Fellsway W, Unit 12A

63 Fellsway W, Unit 12A

63 Fellsway W, Unit 14

63 Fellsway W, Unit 2

55 Lincoln St

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-20
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116 Main St

53 Fellsway W, Unit 18

53 Fellsway W, Unit 16

63 Fellsway W, Unit 6

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19

63 Fellsway W, Unit 3

53 Fellsway W, Unit 21

63 Fellsway W, Unit 6

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19

63 Fellsway W, Unit 3
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53 Fellsway W, Unit 21

17-19 Washington St., Unit 206

340 Main St

52 Newhall St, Unit 1

1050 Main St

44 Glendale St, Unit B

17-19 Washington St. 211, Unit 211

17-19 Washington St. 116, Unit 116

17-19 Washington St., Unit 211

37 Cecilian Ave, Unit 1st floor
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53 Fellsway W, Unit 4

17-19 Washington St., Unit 116

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-21

63 Fellsway W, Unit 19

63 Fellsway W, Unit 19

17-19 Washington St., Unit 412

333 Medford St

349 Pleasant St, Unit B1-25

349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-1

349 Pleasant St, Unit C-26
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Malden?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malden 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,958 | $2,000 | $4,200 |
| Malden 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,588 | $2,695 | $6,100 |
| Malden 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,272 | $2,999 | $5,995 |
| Malden 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,014 | $1,410 | $10,000+ |
| Malden 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,859 | $4,500 | $7,500 |
| Malden 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,850 | $7,850 | $7,850 |
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Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 5th | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| 10 Yeamans St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.17 price per square foot 48 Harvard St Model at 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 165 Broadway Model at 165 Broadway starting at $3,900 with a $0.39 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Harvard St, Unit 3 | 48 Harvard St | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 165 Broadway | 165 Broadway | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 3 Heath St | 3 Heath St | 2BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 64 Paris St, Unit 1 | 64 Paris St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 567 Main St, Unit 1R | 567 Main St | 3BR,1BA | $0.33 |
| 124 Forest St, Unit 3R | 124 Forest St | 3BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 540 Main St, Unit 2B | 540 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| 197 Clifton St, Unit Clifton | 197 Clifton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 19 Everett Ave, Unit 1 | 19 Everett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
| 15 Locust St, Unit #3 | 15 Locust St | 4BR,2BA | $0.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malden
What type of rentals are currently available in Malden?
There are currently 1094 Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $20,951. There are also 552 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden ranging from $800 to $15,000.
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 $800 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,411.
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 $900 to $8,230, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $6,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.
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