Cheap Homes for Rent in Malden Center Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,700 (66 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Malden Center area of Malden.

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 398 Pleasant St

$1,825 - $2,050

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$1,825 - $2,050
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398 Pleasant St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 20 Chestnut St

$1,850

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$1,850
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$1,850

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 Chestnut St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 96 Maple St

$1,950

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$1,950
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$1,950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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96 Maple St, Unit 3

96 Maple St
MaldenMA02148

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property at 94 Maple St

$1,995 - $2,100

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$1,995 - $2,100
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94 Maple St

MaldenMA02148
property at 116 Main St

$2,000

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$2,000
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116 Main St, Unit 4

116 Main St
MaldenMA02148
property at 5 Dexter St

$2,000

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$2,000
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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5 Dexter St

MaldenMA02148

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Cheapest Available Malden Center Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkwood ApartmentsStudio, non-renovatedStudio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden Center, MA

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden Center area is the $1.85 price per square foot 11 Kearney St Model at 11 Kearney St in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $3,895. The second greatest value Malden Center apartment is the 188 Main St Model at 188 Main St, Unit 2 starting at $3,199 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malden Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11 Kearney St11 Kearney St4BR,2BA$1.85
188 Main St, Unit 2188 Main St4BR,2BA$2.00
34 Russell St34 Russell St4BR,2BA$2.76
2 Chester St, Unit 12 Chester St3BR,1BA$2.81
225 Highland Ave225 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.45
342 Highland Ave, Unit 2342 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.78
Malden Gardens11BR,2BA$2.96
180 Mountain Ave, Unit 14180 Mountain Ave1BR,1BA$3.07
67 Washington St, Unit 10267 Washington StStudio ,1BA$2.77
85 High St, Unit 185 High St3BR,1BA$1.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Malden Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Malden Center?

There are currently 97 Apartments for Rent in Malden Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $4,511. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden Center ranging from $1,750 to $4,400.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malden Center ranges from $1,750 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,684.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Malden Center range from $1,000 to $3,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,199.

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