
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maplewood Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,200 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Maplewood area of Malden.


28 Spring St

28 Spring St

28 Spring St

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49 Walnut St, Unit 49 Walnut Street

Altitude Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

134 Salem St

18 Fairview Ave
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36 Albion St

491 Lynn St

44 Spring St

26 Porter St, Unit 3

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180 Mountain Ave, Unit 14

468 Salem St

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Avana Cliffside

Malom Trust Apartments

The Emery at Overlook Ridge
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Pleasant Plaza

Malden Gardens

27 Warren Ave

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

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Malden Square Apartments

51 Clark St, Unit #2

33 Albion St

25 Hanover St

39-41-41 Columbia St, Unit 5
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Myrtle Street

38 Lyme St

257 Washington Ave, Unit 1

257 Washington Ave, Unit 1

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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

257 Washington Ave, Unit 34
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60 Cecilian Ave

881 Broadway

West of One
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 | $2,166 | $1,200 | $4,185 |
| Maplewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $1,850 | $3,562 |
| Maplewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $1,900 | $4,816 |
| Maplewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $2,750 | $3,995 |
| Maplewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $2,900 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 39 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 Parkwood Apartments priced from $1,700. Altitude Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,803. Here are the most affordable Maplewood apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio, non-renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio,1BA | $1,803 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA - W | Studio,1BA | $1,973 |
| Avana Cliffside | A1AG | 1BR,1BA | $2,183 |
| Malom Trust Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| West of One | 1 bed/ 1 bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR,2BA | $2,300 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, MA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Maplewood area is the $2.60 price per square foot 16 Gould Ave Model at 16 Gould Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $5,200. The second greatest value Maplewood apartment is the 56 Clayton St Model at 56 Clayton St starting at $3,595 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Gould Ave, Unit 2 | 16 Gould Ave | 5BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 56 Clayton St | 56 Clayton St | 3BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 119 Rockwell St, Unit 119 Rockwell St | 119 Rockwell St | 4BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| 21 Mount Vernon Park, Unit 21 Mt Vernon Park | 21 Mount Vernon Park | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 131-133 Boylston St | 131-133 Boylston St | 3BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 180 Mountain Ave, Unit 14 | 180 Mountain Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | Studio ,1BA | $3.01 |
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 Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplewood Apartment is $1,850 at Parkwood Apartments.
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 $2,350 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 $3,226.
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