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Apartments for Rent in Malden, MA

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  • a living room with a couch and a chair
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    211 Kennedy Drive, Malden, MA 02148
    STUDIO $1,725+
    1 BED $2,040+
    2 BEDS $2,645+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    12 Island Hill Ave., Melrose, MA 02176
    1 BED $2,655+
    2 BEDS $2,910+
  • a living room with a white couch and a fireplace
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    21 Quarry Lane, Malden, MA 02148
    STUDIO $2,238+
    1 BED $2,304+
    2 BEDS $2,831+
  • a living room with a table and a pool table
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    180 Eastern Avenue, Malden, MA 02148
    1 BED $2,695
    2 BEDS $3,095+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops
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    480 Main St, Malden, MA 02148
    STUDIO $2,485+
    1 BED $2,415+
    2 BEDS $3,180+
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  • a living room with two chairs and a coffee table
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    520 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148
    1 BED $2,350
    2 BEDS $2,650
  • a kitchen with a counter top and a refrigerator
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    36 Dartmouth Street, Malden, MA 02148
    1 BED $2,375
    2 BEDS $2,925+
  • A living room with a blue chair and a couch.
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    180 Eastern Ave, Malden, MA 02148
    2 BEDS $3,495
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a white fridge.
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    17 Stearns St, Malden, MA 02148
    2 BEDS $2,500
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    45 Lincoln St, Malden, MA 02148
    1 BED $2,500
  • A kitchen with a fan and a black counter top.
    1 day ago

    131 Webster St, Malden, MA 02148
    1 BED $1,100
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    88 Fellsway East, Malden, MA 02148
  • A kitchen with a granite countertop and a white dishwasher.
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    505 Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148
    2 BEDS $2,250
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a tiled floor.
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    879 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148
    3 BEDS $2,800
  • A living room with a grey couch, a wooden floor, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall.
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    42 Loomis Street, Malden, MA 02148
    1 BED $2,250

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  • A living room with a brown sofa and a grey rug.
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    1000 Stone Place, Melrose, MA 02176
    STUDIO $2,408
    1 BED $2,653
    2 BEDS $3,568
  • a living room and dining area with a couch and a table
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    99 Washington St, Melrose, MA 02176
    STUDIO $2,255+
    1 BED $2,500+
    2 BEDS $3,555+
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    120 Wyllis Avenue, Everett, MA 02149
    2 BEDS $2,375
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    447 Pleasant Street, Melrose, MA 02176
    1 BED $1,895+
  • a living room with a white couch and a coffee table
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    333 Main Street, Melrose, MA 02176
    1 BED $2,100
    2 BEDS $2,500
    3 BEDS $2,750
  • A kitchen with a white stove top oven and wooden cabinets.
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    29 Lynde Street, Melrose, MA 02176
    2 BEDS $2,700
  • a living room with a couch and two chairs
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    10 Corey Street, Melrose, MA 02176
    STUDIO $2,050
    1 BED $2,375+
    2 BEDS $3,275
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove top oven.
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    27 Nichols Street, Everett, MA 02149
    2 BEDS $2,500
  • a field of flowers with clouds in the sky
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    965-983 Fellsway, Medford, MA 02155
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    1 BED $2,395+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • A living room with a blue couch and a coffee table.
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    150 Rivers Edge Dr., Medford, MA 02155
    STUDIO $2,797+
    1 BED $2,808+
    2 BEDS $3,309+
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Malden, MA rent trends

Rental prices in Malden, MA have increased by 2.65% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,618 to $2,687.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Malden, MA is $2,687.

Average rent in Malden, MA

$2,687/mo Malden, MA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Malden, MA is $2,687.

    What's the typical rent budget in Malden, MA?

    About 35% of apartment rents in Malden, MA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 26% of apartments. Around 25% of Malden’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 14% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Malden, MA (35%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Malden, MA

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    Very Walkable
    52 /100
    Good Transit
    54 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 82, Transit Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 54

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Malden, MA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Malden, MA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Malden, MA?

    The best apartments in Malden, MA are: Altitude Apartments, Windsor at Oak Grove, The Emery at Overlook Ridge, The Point @180 and Malden Square Apartments.

    What is the average rent in Malden, MA?

    The average rent in Malden, MA is $2,611.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Malden, MA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Malden, MA is between $1,725 and $4,548.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Malden, MA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Malden, MA is between $1,100 and $5,610.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Malden, MA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Malden, MA is between $2,250 and $6,470.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Malden, MA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Malden, MA is between $2,800 and $3,395.

    What type of rental buildings are in Malden, MA?

    In Malden 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 28% of Malden’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 66% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 5% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Malden, MA?

    The average age of rental buildings in Malden is 36 years old, with 40% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 8 stories, of which 38% are garden-style apartment communities, 69% are mid-sized buildings, and 25% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Malden, MA?

    Rental apartments in Malden come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 9% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 47% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 41% of all rentals in Malden. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Malden, MA

    A suburb of Boston, Malden is a beautifully hilly, but urban area. In fact, it’s just five miles from the downtown area of good old “Beantown.” As such, the town of Malden is an appealing place to rent an apartment for young professionals who work in the area and want a short commute from their rental apartments. North of the Mystic River, this location is a pretty place to rent even in an urban and diverse setting. For families, the public schools are above average, and renters love having access to at least 30 local parks, like Pine Banks Park, Fellsmere Park and Devir Park. The city also offers tons of green space to enjoy, which is key to living near the big city with everything that Boston has to offer that’s near many renter households.

    Renting in Malden, MA

    There are more renters in Malden than homeowners, so the availability of rental apartments is vast. The types of apartments for rent in Malden run the gamut from large high-rises to more modern buildings with four or five stories. Plus, the amenities for rental apartments are amazing! For example, the newest rental apartment communities have pools, fitness centers, furnished units and rooftop terraces. Many are even pet-friendly with pet play areas around the property for renters to walk their dogs. What’s more, most rental apartments are located near walkable places around the neighborhoods, including restaurants and coffee shops.

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    Shopping in Malden, MA

    There are a few shopping plazas around rental apartments in Malden. These include Broadway Plaza and Adams Shopping Center. There are also other independent and convenience stores all around town where renters can get their daily goods. Notably, if you’re looking to shop at a larger, indoor mall, you’ll likely need to travel to Boston and go to CambridgeSide. This mall has a couple of anchor stores and more than 80 other retailers, most of which are chain stores. For renters, some of the grocery stores in Malden are a Stop & Shop; a Baba Supermarket; and Super 88, which is a fun, Asian grocery store that’s popular with locals.

    Transportation in Malden, MA

    Malden is known as a “sidewalk community” due to the availability of walkable areas, which is good news for renters who don’t have cars. The public transportation here is excellent, as well, because Malden is so close to Boston and commuters who work downtown often live in rental communities. It’s run by the MBTA Rail service, and the Orange Line offers access to get to downtown Boston from Malden with ease. The major highway that goes through Malden is U.S. 1, and it connects to other routes slightly outside of the city. For air travel, most renters fly out of Boston Logan International Airport (one of the busiest airports in the world), which is only a nine-mile drive south of Malden by car. Plus, public transportation can take you there in a short amount of time without traffic.

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