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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 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malden Center area is the $0.20 price per square foot 69 Washington St Model at 69 Washington St, Unit #18 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Malden Center apartment is the 12 Shawmut St Model at 12 Shawmut St, Unit #1 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 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.
69 Washington St, Unit #1869 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.20
12 Shawmut St, Unit #112 Shawmut St1BR,1BA$0.20
7 Shawmut Ter, Unit #17 Shawmut Ter1BR,1BA$0.20
20 Washington Pl, Unit #11420 Washington Pl2BR,1BA$0.24
14 Chestnut St, Unit 214 Chestnut St4BR,2BA$2.53
51 Pearl St, Unit #30351 Pearl St2BR,2BA$2.07
27 Clement St, Unit #127 Clement St2BR,1BA$2.67
26 Clement St, Unit #126 Clement St2BR,1BA$2.46
225 Highland Ave225 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.45
384 Medford St, Unit 1384 Medford St2BR,1BA$2.40

Frequently Asked Questions about Malden Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Malden Center?

There are currently 158 Apartments for Rent in Malden Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $4,800. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden Center ranging from $1,800 to $4,600.

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 $1,800 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,005.

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 $2,900 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,090 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.

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