Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Malden, MA from $1,200 (159 Rentals)
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258 Highland Ave

Parkwood Apartments

349 Pleasant St

15 Washington St S, Unit 512

525 Highland Ave

22 Saint Mary St, Unit 19
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475 Highland Ave

45 Florence St, Unit 503

86 Maple St

347 Pleasant St, Unit C-17

171 Washington St, Unit 316

529 Pleasant St

8 Kearney St

120 Summer St

170 Maple St

72 Wyoming Ave

347 Pleasant St, Unit A1-15

172 Maple St

Gateway at Malden Center

462 Highland Ave, Unit 3

468 Salem St

Malden Square Apartments

Malden Gardens

96 Maple St
West End, Malden, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West End Studio Apartments | $2,352 | $1,675 | $5,113 |
West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,817 | $1,280 | $7,088 |
West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,269 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,602 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,464 | $1,250 | $5,800 |
West End 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,354 | $3,500 | $7,995 |
West End 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,252 | $6,500 | $8,100 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, MA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $0.18 price per square foot 456 Salem St Model at 456 Salem St, Unit 6 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 83 Chelsea St Model at 83 Chelsea St, Unit #2 starting at $2,550 with a $0.26 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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456 Salem St, Unit 6 | 456 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
83 Chelsea St, Unit #2 | 83 Chelsea St | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.26 |
20 Washington Pl, Unit #114 | 20 Washington Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
450 Salem St, Unit 7 | 450 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
43 Orchard St, Unit 1 | 43 Orchard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
43 Orchard St, Unit 1 | 43 Orchard St | 2BR,1BA | $0.27 |
17 Princeton St, Unit 3 | 17 Princeton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
8 Shawmut Ter, Unit #1 | 8 Shawmut Ter | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
55 Forest Ave, Unit 2R | 55 Forest Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
340 Salem St, Unit #1 | 340 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Malden, MA
Ranked #8
Among neighborhoods in Malden, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West End, Malden, MA
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Getting Around the West End Neighborhood in Malden, MA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
61 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Gateway at Malden Center listed at $2,040.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $1,280 at .
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $2,300 at Medford Square Riverside.
What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apartments in Everett & Malden and starts from $2,800.
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