Massachusetts Middlesex County Malden West End

$3,600 Total Monthly Price

601 Highland Ave Unit 2

Malden, MA 02148

781-929-1010

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,000 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Deck
Property is near public transit and schools
Wood Flooring
Solid Surface Countertops
Jogging Path

601 Highland Ave Unit 2

About This Home

$3,600 deposit, Available Now

Completely renovated 2-bedroom,1-bath apartment ideally located in the heart of Malden. This bright and spacious unit features new windows,beautiful hardwood flooring,a walk-in closet in the primary bedroom,and a modern kitchen with quartz countertops and brand-new appliances. Enjoy outdoor living with a front deck featuring low-maintenance Trex flooring,an enclosed rear porch,and access to a shared fenced-in backyard with space for your grill. Additional amenities include a private 5 x 10 storage area in the basement,off-street parking for 2 cars,and heat and hot water included in the rent. Conveniently located near shopping,restaurants,and public transportation,with easy access to the Malden Center T Station for a quick commute into Boston. Landscaping every 10 days,snow removal includes the driveway,front stairs and porch and public sidewalks. MLS ID 73536170

601 Highland Ave 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 1927 | Remodeled

Basement

Laundry in Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Primary bedroom located on second floor 1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms

Flooring

Wood Ceramic Tile

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

Recessed Lighting 1-Story Property Ceiling Fan 1,000 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Solid Surface Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Range Dishwasher

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,600 12 Month Lease Term Rent includes heat, hot water, water, snow removal, extra storage, garden area, parking

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

1,000 Sq Ft Lot

Outdoor Features

Deck Balcony Enclosed Patio or Porch

Parking

2 Open Parking Spaces 2 Car Parking Spaces

Utilities

No Cooling Baseboard Heating Heating System Uses Oil

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Coin Laundry

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

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
- Security Deposit - Refundable
  
  $3,600

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.

Contact

Listed by Carol Beatrice | Real Broker MA,LLC
Phone Number
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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

Dishwasher
Range

Refrigerator
Patio

Porch
Deck

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

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

Transportation

Transportation options available in Malden include Malden Center Station, located 0.8 mile from 601 Highland Ave Unit 2. 601 Highland Ave 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:	14 min	0.8 mi
Oak Grove Station	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Wellington Station	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi
Medford/Tufts	Drive:	6 min	3.1 mi
Ball Square	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Malden Center	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Wyoming Hill	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Melrose/Cedar Park	Drive:	6 min	2.4 mi
Melrose Highlands	Drive:	6 min	3.2 mi
West Medford	Drive:	6 min	3.4 mi

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

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

70 / 100

Some Public Transit

Transit

50 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 601 Highland Ave Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Target Plaza	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
RK Center \| Malden	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
Super 88 Market	Drive:	2 min	1.2 mi

601 Highland Ave Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 2-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:	3 min	2.2 mi
Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Mystic River Reservation	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi
Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo	Drive:	5 min	2.7 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	11 min	5.6 mi

601 Highland Ave Unit 2 has 5 parks within 5.6 miles, including Middlesex Fells Reservation, Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation, and Mystic River Reservation.