Cheap Homes for Rent in Malden Center Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,800 (98 Rentals)

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malden Center, MA

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Malden Center area is the $0.24 price per square foot 20 Washington Pl Model at 20 Washington Pl, Unit #114 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Malden Center apartment is the 61 Exchange St Model at 61 Exchange St, Unit 8 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malden Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
20 Washington Pl, Unit #11420 Washington Pl2BR,1BA$0.24
61 Exchange St, Unit 861 Exchange St1BR,1BA$0.21
8 Shawmut Ter, Unit #18 Shawmut Ter1BR,1BA$0.20
69 Washington St, Unit #1869 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.20
51 Pearl St, Unit #30351 Pearl St2BR,2BA$2.07
106 Washington St, Unit #1106 Washington St3BR,1.5BA$2.67
225 Highland Ave225 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.45
17 Washington Pl, Unit #217 Washington Pl1BR,1BA$2.67
283 Pearl St, Unit #1R283 Pearl St1BR,1BA$2.71
108 Maple St, Unit #4108 Maple St1BR,1BA$3.03

Frequently Asked Questions about Malden Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Malden Center?

There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Malden Center, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,280 to $5,255. There are also 151 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Malden Center ranging from $1,800 to $4,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Malden Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Malden Center ranges from $1,800 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,861.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Malden Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Malden Center range from $2,750 to $3,943, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,800.

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