
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Linden Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,700 (20 Rentals)
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101 Mills St, Unit 2

468 Salem St

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Avana Cliffside

25 Broadway

The Emery at Overlook Ridge
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341 Lynn St

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

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96 Lawrence St, Unit #3, Unit #3

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Myrtle Street
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101 Waite St

15 Bolster St

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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

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52 Rock Valley Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

75 North Ave

43 Haith St
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West of One

881 Broadway
Linden, Malden, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Linden?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Studio Apartments | $2,137 | $1,857 | $2,550 |
| Linden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $1,950 | $2,654 |
| Linden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,023 | $2,200 | $4,329 |
| Linden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $2,650 | $3,500 |
| Linden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,995 | $3,995 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Linden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Linden area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Altitude Apartments priced from $1,830. Myrtle Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Linden apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,830 |
| Myrtle Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA - W | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
| West of One | Studios | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Avana Cliffside | A1BG | 1BR,1BA | $2,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linden, MA
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Linden area is the $1.56 price per square foot 15 Crescent Ln Model at 15 Crescent Ln, Unit 15 Crescent LN Unit B in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Linden apartment is the 96 Lawrence St Model at 96 Lawrence St, Unit #3 starting at $2,500 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Linden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Crescent Ln, Unit 15 Crescent LN Unit B | 15 Crescent Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 96 Lawrence St, Unit #3 | 96 Lawrence St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 52 Rock Valley Ave, Unit 1 | 52 Rock Valley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 27 Church St, Unit B | 27 Church St | 3BR,1BA | $3.89 |
| Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Avana Cliffside | A1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio ,1BA | $3.05 |
| Myrtle Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| West of One | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $3.96 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA-E | Studio ,1BA | $4.81 |
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Linden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Linden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Linden is at Altitude Apartments listed at $1,830.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Linden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Linden Apartment is $1,900 at Myrtle Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Linden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Linden is starting from $2,649 at Altitude Apartments.
What is the most affordable Linden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Linden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altitude Apartments and starts from $3,201.
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