Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Grove Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,200 (91 Rentals)

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7-9 Kneeland St

MaldenMA02148
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180 Pleasant St
$1,800 - $2,600
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$1,800 - $2,600
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

180 Pleasant St

180 Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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171 Washington St
$1,895 - $2,400
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$1,895 - $2,400
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

171 Washington St

171 Washington StMalden, MA 02148
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Oak Grove, Malden, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Grove, MA

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Grove area is the $2.60 price per square foot 97 Hawthorne St Model at 97 Hawthorne St, Unit 1 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Oak Grove apartment is the 40 Grace St Model at 40 Grace St, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
97 Hawthorne St, Unit 197 Hawthorne St1BR,1BA$2.60
40 Grace St, Unit 140 Grace St2BR,1BA$2.20
Malden Gardens11BR,2BA$2.96
Malden TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.91
Pleasant PlazaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.15
12 Florence St, Unit 20012 Florence St1BR,1BA$3.28
67 Washington St, Unit 10267 Washington StStudio ,1BA$2.77
76 Maple St, Unit 476 Maple St1BR,1BA$3.44
85 Maple St, Unit 585 Maple St1BR,1BA$3.26
82 Maple St, Unit 682 Maple St1BR,1BA$3.64

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Oak Grove, Malden, MA

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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 $2,179.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Grove Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Grove Apartment is $2,200 at Malden Towers.

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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