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property at 112 Grant Ave

112 Grant Ave

MedfordMA02155

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property at 36-40 Orange St

36-40 Orange St

ChelseaMA02150
property at 37 Cecilian Ave

37 Cecilian Ave, Unit 1st floor

37 Cecilian Ave
RevereMA02151
property at 223 Essex St

223 Essex St

MelroseMA02176
property at 428 Salem St

428 Salem St, Unit 1

428 Salem St
MaldenMA02148
property at 95 Orange St

95 Orange St

ChelseaMA02150

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property at 17-19-19 Washington St
property at 41 Mount Pleasant St

41 Mount Pleasant St, Unit 3

41 Mount Pleasant St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 594 Franklin St

594 Franklin St

MelroseMA02176
property at 4 Melrose St

4 Melrose St, Unit #3

4 Melrose St
BostonMA02116
property at 44 Lafayette Ave

44 Lafayette Ave, Unit 104

44 Lafayette Ave
ChelseaMA02150

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property at 55 Forest Ave

55 Forest Ave, Unit 2R

55 Forest Ave
EverettMA02149
property at 41 Mount Pleasant St

41 Mount Pleasant St, Unit 3

41 Mount Pleasant St
SomervilleMA02145
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154 Broadway
$2,090
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,730
Required Monthly Fees
$360

Total Monthly Price
$2,090
Studio Apartments Available Dec 4

154 Broadway

154 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145
Furnished
property at 79 Waite Street Extension
property at 86 Maple St

86 Maple St, Unit 4

86 Maple St
MaldenMA02148
property at 176-178 Washington St

176-178 Washington St

ChelseaMA02150
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50 Salt St
$2,115
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,660
Required Monthly Fees
$455

Total Monthly Price
$2,115
Studio Apartments Available Oct 28

50 Salt St

50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
Furnished
property at 2 Otis St

2 Otis St, Unit G

2 Otis St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 2 Vassar St

2 Vassar St, Unit Attic

2 Vassar St
MedfordMA02155
property at 397 Broadway

397 Broadway, Unit #2

397 Broadway
SomervilleMA02145

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property at 2 Otis St

2 Otis St, Unit 1

2 Otis St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 39

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 39 Cross St

39 Cross St, Unit 1

39 Cross St
SomervilleMA02145
property at 137 Lynde St

137 Lynde St

MelroseMA02176
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50 Salt St
$2,205
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,750
Required Monthly Fees
$455

Total Monthly Price
$2,205
Studio Apartments Available Oct 29

50 Salt St

50 Salt StRevere, MA 02151
Furnished
property at 21 Oakland Ave

21 Oakland Ave

EverettMA02149
property at 15 Linwood St

15 Linwood St

SaugusMA01906
property at 42 Loomis St

42 Loomis St, Unit 217

42 Loomis St
MaldenMA02148
property at 42 Loomis St

42 Loomis St

MaldenMA02148
property at 550 Main St

550 Main St

MaldenMA02148

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Malden, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Malden, MA is a Studio unit found at 119 West Wyoming in the Greenwood neighborhood priced from $1,695. Carlyle House Apartments in the West Revere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malden apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
119 West Wyoming0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
Carlyle House ApartmentsStudio, non-renovated (Exeter)Studio,1BA$1,800
Northgate ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,860
Altitude ApartmentsStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,885

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.23 price per square foot 9 Parker St Model at 9 Parker St, Unit 3 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 17 Upham St Model at 17 Upham St, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 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.
9 Parker St, Unit 39 Parker St1BR,1BA$0.23
17 Upham St, Unit 117 Upham St2BR,1BA$0.24
48 Harvard St, Unit 348 Harvard St1BR,1BA$0.17
114 Perkins St, Unit 5114 Perkins StStudio ,1BA$0.19
349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18349A Pleasant StStudio ,1BA$0.18
19 Washington St S, Unit 30419 Washington St S1BR,1BA$0.20
196 Central St, Unit 1C196 Central StStudio ,1BA$0.22
43 Hancock St43 Hancock St1BR,1BA$0.20
124 Grant, Unit 3124 Grant1BR,1BA$0.24
5 Howard St, Unit 15 Howard St1BR,1BA$0.22

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

Get the local scoop! ApartmentHomeLiving's Boston Expert reveals the best neighborhoods to rent for employees of UMass Boston, Mass General Hospital, State Street, and more.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Malden, MA
Population: 61,036

Ranked #617

in US Census Population by City

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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malden

What type of rentals are currently available in Malden?

There are currently 1206 Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $20,649. There are also 426 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden ranging from $1,100 to $8,975.

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 $1,100 to $8,975 with an average monthly rent of $4,147.

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 $2,400 to $20,649, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $5,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

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.