
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Grove Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,600 (40 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Oak Grove area of Malden.


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85 Maple St, Unit 5

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67 Washington St, Unit 102

17-19 Washington St. 103, Unit 103

17-19 Washington St., Unit 103

17-19 Washington St., Unit 406

17-19 Washington St. 406, Unit 406

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57 Linden Ave, Unit 5
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70 Washington St

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171 Washington St

17-19 Washington St. 116, Unit 116

17-19 Washington St., Unit 412

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64 Maple St, Unit 5

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45 Florence St

17-19 Washington St., Unit 116

96 Maple St, Unit 3
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17-19 Washington St. 309, Unit 309

17-19 Washington St., Unit 309

94 Maple St

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180 Pleasant St, Unit 349-C-16

120 Summer St, Unit 10

120 Summer St, Unit 6

120 Summer St, Unit 11

17-19 Washington St. 211, Unit 211
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17-19 Washington St., Unit 211

17-19 Washington St., Unit 111

17-19 Washington St., Unit 301

86 Maple St, Unit B

86 Maple St, Unit B

17-19 Washington St. 301, Unit 301

90 Maple St, Unit 1

105 Summer St
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44 Maple St

90 Maple St, Unit 1

103 Summer St

101-109 Summer Street

20 Chestnut St

Ten Florence at Central Place

5 Dexter St

120 Summer St
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Oak Grove, Malden, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove Studio Apartments | $2,115 | $1,750 | $2,570 |
| Oak Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,277 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,024 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
| Oak Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,475 | $3,150 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Grove Neighborhood of Malden, MA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Grove area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at Arrive Malden priced from $2,229. Malden Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Oak Grove apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive Malden | Fayette | Studio,1BA | $2,229 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR,2BA | $2,300 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Grove, MA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Grove area is the $2.92 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,200 SF) Model at The Washingtons in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $3,502. The second greatest value Oak Grove apartment is the 1 Model at Malden Gardens starting at $2,300 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Washingtons | Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,200 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 12 Florence St, Unit 200 | 12 Florence St | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Malden Square Apartments | 696 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| 44 Maple St | 44 Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 67 Washington St, Unit 102 | 67 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $2.77 |
| 134 Summer St | 134 Summer St | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| 171 Washington St | 171 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| 180 Pleasant St, Unit 349-C-16 | 180 Pleasant St | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOak Grove, Malden, MA
Ranked #3
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Grove Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oak Grove?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oak Grove is at Arrive Malden listed at $2,229.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Grove Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Grove Apartment is $2,300 at Malden Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Grove Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Grove is starting from $2,350 at Malden Gardens.
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