Cheap Homes for Rent in Malden Center Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,700 (142 Rentals)

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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 April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden Center area is the $0.39 price per square foot 34 Russell St Model at 34 Russell St, Unit 2 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Malden Center apartment is the 11 Kearney St Model at 11 Kearney St starting at $3,895 with a $1.85 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.
34 Russell St, Unit 234 Russell St4BR,2BA$0.39
11 Kearney St11 Kearney St4BR,2BA$1.85
225 Highland Ave225 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.45
97 Hawthorne St, Unit 197 Hawthorne St1BR,1BA$2.60
342 Highland Ave, Unit 2342 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.78
Malden Gardens11BR,2BA$2.96
Malden TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.91
Pleasant PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.15
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 104 Apartments for Rent in Malden Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $4,300. There are also 220 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden Center ranging from $1,750 to $4,500.

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 $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,804.

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 $3,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,050.

Expert Rental Resources

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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