Massachusetts Middlesex County Malden West End

$3,150 Total Monthly Price

23 Desmond Rd Unit 2

Malden, MA 02148

617-901-5595

Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,000 sq ft
Available

Available Jul 1

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit and schools
Jogging Path
Cooling Available
Park
Central Heating

23 Desmond Rd Unit 2

About This Home

$3,150 deposit, Available Jul 1

Spacious,second floor 4 bedroom bi-level unit in super-convenient Malden on a quiet,residential dead end street about a block from scenic Fellsmere Pond. Enjoy the walking trails,fountains,& beauty of the pond just steps away! Separate kitchen w/ granite counters,built in microwave,gas range,dishwasher. Hardwood floors throughout. Lovely sun-filled enclosed porch with sprawling views perfect for warm-weather enjoyment. Enjoy the cool central air! Shared backyard perfect for folks with a green thumb! Shared coin-op laundry in the basement for your convenience. Certified lead-compliant! Square footage is an estimate. About a mile to Malden Center T station and very convenient to multiple bus lines. Street parking in this quiet,residential neighborhood. Upfront costs include 1st month's rent + one month's security deposit.Decent credit and references are a must. Tenants are responsible for heat,hot water,electricity,internet/cable. Great opportunity for families or roommates MLS ID 73539633

23 Desmond Rd is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02148 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1900

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 4 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

1,000 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,150 Property Available on 7/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 592014 Rent includes water, sewer

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

Cooling Available Central Heating

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Laundry Facilities Common Area

Overview

Near Conservation Area No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Dogs and Cats Allowed Breed Restrictions

Recreation

Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Due at Move-In
  - Security Deposit - Refundable
    
    $3,150

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

Water
Sewer

Contact

Listed by Elizabeth Almeida | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Phone Number
Source

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City - Malden

Located five miles north of Boston, Malden combines city accessibility with neighborhood comfort. The rental market includes modern apartment communities and traditional New England multi-family homes, with average rents ranging from $2,112 for studios to $3,171 for three-bedroom units. Malden Square anchors the city's commercial district, while established neighborhoods like Maplewood and Bellrock feature tree-lined streets. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the 56-acre Middlesex Fells Reservation or walk around Fellsmere Pond. Pine Banks Park, co-managed with Melrose, offers sports fields and walking trails.

The Orange Line's Malden Center and Oak Grove stations connect residents to downtown Boston in minutes. Founded in 1640, Malden celebrates its heritage through architectural treasures like the Converse Memorial Library, designed by renowned architect H.H. Richardson. The city has grown into one of Massachusetts' most culturally diverse communities.

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Amenities

Air Conditioning

Heating

Range

Expenses

Utilities Included

Water, Sewer Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Tufts Univ., Medford	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi
Bunker Hill Community College	Drive:	8 min	4.5 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Drive:	10 min	4.9 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	10 min	5.3 mi

23 Desmond Rd Unit 2 is within 6 minutes or 3.1 miles from Tufts Univ., Medford. It is also near Lesley University, Porter and Bunker Hill Community College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Malden include Malden Center Station, located 0.9 mile from 23 Desmond Rd Unit 2. 23 Desmond Rd Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.5 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Malden Center Station	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Oak Grove Station	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Wellington Station	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Medford/Tufts	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Ball Square	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Malden Center	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Wyoming Hill	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Melrose/Cedar Park	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
West Medford	Drive:	6 min	3.3 mi
Melrose Highlands	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	15 min	8.5 mi

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

50 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

70 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

Scores provided by

Active

Soundscore^™

73 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

Scores provided by

HowLoud

Points of Interest

Time and distance from 23 Desmond Rd Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Target Plaza	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
RK Center \| Malden	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Super 88 Market	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi

23 Desmond Rd Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Middlesex Fells Reservation	Drive:	4 min	2.4 mi
Mystic River Reservation	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi
Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	11 min	5.5 mi

23 Desmond Rd Unit 2 has 5 parks within 5.5 miles, including Middlesex Fells Reservation, Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation, and Mystic River Reservation.