
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maplewood Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,200 (43 Rentals)
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11 Upham St, Unit 3

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Altitude Apartments

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Parkwood Apartments

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Malom Trust Apartments

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2 Park Ave, Unit 1

52 Newhall St, Unit 1

18 Fairview Ave
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44 Spring St

1538 Eastern Ave, Unit 10

20 Daniels St, Unit 115

11 Concord St, Unit #1

85 Oliver St

827 Main St

27 Warren Ave
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Avana Cliffside

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

14 George St

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Pleasant Plaza

12 Rockwell Terrace

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Malden Gardens
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64 Clark St

154-156A Franklin St, Unit 2

175 Coleman St

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7 Jordan Ter, Unit #C

39-41-41 Columbia St, Unit 3

Broadway Apartments

Andover House

2 Granite
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Cliffside Manor Apartments

Myrtle Street

170 Broadway

38 Lyme St

10 Linwood St

180 Mountain Ave

550 Main St

27 Gibson St
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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

9 Porter St

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Maplewood, Malden, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maplewood?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Studio Apartments | $2,285 | $1,593 | $2,850 |
| Maplewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,537 | $1,200 | $4,743 |
| Maplewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Maplewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,373 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Maplewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,642 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Maplewood Neighborhood of Malden, MA.
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Cheapest Available Maplewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Maplewood area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Altitude Apartments priced from $1,593. 2 Granite has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Maplewood apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Upgrade | Studio, 1BA | $1,593 |
| 2 Granite | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,750 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EB-E | Studio, 1BA | $2,005 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,300 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR, 2BA | $2,325 |
| Avana Cliffside | A1BR | 1BR, 1BA | $2,334 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, MA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Maplewood area is the $1.88 price per square foot 9 Durso Ave Model at 9 Durso Ave, Unit 2 in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Maplewood apartment is the 11 Upham St Model at 11 Upham St, Unit unit 3 in the Ferryway neighborhood starting at $1,200 with a $0.75 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maplewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Durso Ave, Unit 2 | 9 Durso Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $1.88 |
| 11 Upham St, Unit unit 3 | 11 Upham St | 1BR, 1BA | $0.75 |
| 9 Kenilworth St, Unit 3 Beds 1 Bath Apartment | 9 Kenilworth St | 3BR, 1BA | $2.14 |
| Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge | B2 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.71 |
| 7 Jordan Ter, Unit #C | 7 Jordan Ter | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.40 |
| 17 Benner Ave, Unit #17 | 17 Benner Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| 45 Almont St, Unit 3 | 45 Almont St | 2BR, 1BA | $3.19 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR, 2BA | $2.99 |
| Avana Cliffside | A1BG | 1BR, 1BA | $3.29 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maplewood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Maplewood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Maplewood is at Altitude Apartments listed at $1,593.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplewood Apartment is $1,750 at 2 Granite.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Maplewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Maplewood is starting from $2,500 at Malden Gardens.
What is the most affordable Maplewood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Maplewood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altitude Apartments and starts from $3,091.
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