160 Pleasant Street Apartments
160 Pleasant St,
Malden, MA 02148
Studio - 2 Beds | $2,425 - $3,745
Rental Market Trends in Malden, MA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Malden, MA is $2,385/month.
Rent in Malden is 43% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,385/month
Average Rent
713 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.5%
Change / Year
720
Available Apartments
Malden rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Malden average $2,175 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Malden average $2,385 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Malden average $2,937 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Malden average $3,228 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Malden, MA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $37 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Malden, MA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
3%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
32%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
66%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Malden?
Based on current rent prices, Edgeworth, Malden Center and Maplewood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Malden.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Malden?
Based on current rent prices, Oak Grove, Maplewood and Malden Center are the most expensive neighborhoods in Malden.
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Which Malden neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Malden with the most apartments available are Malden Center, Maplewood and Oak Grove .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Malden, MA?
Because the average rent in Malden is $2,385, you’ll want to make about $7,950 per month or $95,400 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Malden, MA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Malden, MA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Malden Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$1,437/month
$1,829/month
Two Bedroom
$1,948/month
$2,058/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Everett
Avg Rent: $2,716/month
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Melrose
Avg Rent: $2,636/month
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Chelsea
Avg Rent: $2,532/month
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Medford
Avg Rent: $3,058/month
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Charlestown
Avg Rent: $3,109/month
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Revere
Avg Rent: $2,571/month
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Somerville
Avg Rent: $3,349/month
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Saugus
Avg Rent: $2,637/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Malden?
The average rent in Malden is $2,385 per month, which is 43.2% higher than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Malden?
The average rent for a house in Malden, MA is $4,570 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Malden?
The average rent for a townhome in Malden, MA is $2,968 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Malden?
The average rent for a condo in Malden, MA is $2,326 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Malden?
Rents in Malden, MA are increasing, with prices up 1.5% year-over-year and $37 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Malden?
In Malden, MA, 66% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.