
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Malden, MO from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Cedar Manor Apartments

The Vue on Self Circle

Capri

Courtyard @ The Corner

Silverwood

Williamsburg Apartments

Gladiola Estates

Park Lake
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The District at Cape

601 Kinzer St

The Links at Jonesboro

Pines Apartments

Whitten Creek Apartments

The Greens at Jonesboro

Grove Apartments

Carriage House Apartments

Grand Oak Place
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Caraway Commons

Brooke Village

310 S Benton St

402 W Railroad St

411 W Commercial St

Robindale-East Apartments

Black River Studios

2165 Smothers Rd

601 N 6 1/2 St
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604 N 13th St

713 W Mueller

702 Lon Moore St

529 E Lake St

816 W Howell St

Lauren's Place

Villas at Jonesboro

645 N 6th St

800 S 3rd Ave
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Malden, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malden Studio Apartments | $625 | $575 | $700 |
| Malden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $938 | $575 | $1,950 |
| Malden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $650 | $1,800 |
| Malden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,274 | $775 | $2,495 |
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Cheapest Available Malden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Malden, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Vue on Self Circle in the Downtown Jonesboro neighborhood priced from $575. Cedar Manor Apartments in the Downtown Jonesboro neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vue on Self Circle | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $575 |
| Cedar Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $575 |
| Capri | Copper | 1BR,1BA | $595 |
| Silverwood | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| Park Lake | Standard | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| Gladiola Estates | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| 601 Kinzer St | 301 Kinzer St | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Links at Jonesboro | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Courtyard @ The Corner | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $725 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | MEDIUM 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $790 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden, MO and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malden area is the $0.83 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Morganne Dr Model at The Oak Townhomes in the starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Malden apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Brooke Village starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Malden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oak Townhomes | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Morganne Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Brooke Village | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.83 |
| Caraway Commons | 3BR -R | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Cape Trails | 2Bd. 2Bt. (975sqft) | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Williamsburg Apartments | MEDIUM 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| The District at Cape | Girardot | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 601 Kinzer St | 301 Kinzer St | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Chapel Ridge of Ripley | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Vue on Self Circle | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malden Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malden Apartment is $575 at The Vue on Self Circle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malden is starting from $695 at 601 Kinzer St.
What is the most affordable Malden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Malden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Courtyard @ The Corner and starts from $900.
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