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Rental Market Trends in Malden, MA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Malden, MA is $2,380/month.

Rent in Malden is 43% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,380/month

Average Rent

714 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.3%

Change / Year

1,144

Available Apartments

Malden rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Malden average $2,173 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Malden average $2,380 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Malden average $2,944 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Malden average $3,309 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,173/month
516 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,380/month
714 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,944/month
1,080 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,309/month
1,413 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,795/month
970 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,333/month
1,620 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,800/month
2,314 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,239/month
1,284 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,933/month
2,585 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,351/month
1,982 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,172/month
3,457 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,818/month
1,031 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,255/month
1,865 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Malden, MA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $31 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Malden, MA

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Malden, MA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
3% $1,001 - $1,500/month
32% $1,501 - $2,000/month
65% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Malden?

Based on current rent prices, Oak Grove, Edgeworth and Maplewood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Malden.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Oak Grove
$2,550/month
1,099 Sq Ft
Edgeworth
$2,553/month
1,385 Sq Ft
Maplewood
$2,647/month
828 Sq Ft
Malden Center
$2,825/month
783 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Malden?

Based on current rent prices, Malden Center, Maplewood and Edgeworth are the most expensive neighborhoods in Malden.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Malden Center
$2,825/month
783 Sq Ft
Maplewood
$2,647/month
828 Sq Ft
Edgeworth
$2,553/month
1,385 Sq Ft
Oak Grove
$2,550/month
1,099 Sq Ft

Which Malden neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Malden with the most apartments available are Malden Center, Maplewood and Oak Grove .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Malden Center
$2,825/month
783 Sq Ft
Maplewood
$2,647/month
828 Sq Ft
Oak Grove
$2,550/month
1,099 Sq Ft
Edgeworth
$2,553/month
1,385 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Malden, MA?

Because the average rent in Malden is $2,380, you’ll want to make about $7,933 per month or $95,196 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.

City

Malden, MA

1,144 Available Apartments for Rent

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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.

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Apartment Averages

Oak Grove

Malden, MA

Malden Center

Malden, MA

Studio
-
$2,432/month
One Bedroom
$1,825/month
$2,692/month
Two Bedroom
$2,052/month
$3,248/month
Three Bedroom
-
$3,085/month
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Apartment Communities in Malden We Think You'll Love

The Chase at Overlook Ridge

The Chase at Overlook Ridge

11 Overlook Ridge Dr,
Revere, MA 02151

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,973 - $3,285

160 Pleasant Street Apartments

160 Pleasant Street Apartments

160 Pleasant St,
Malden, MA 02148

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,425 - $3,745

The Exchange Street Apartments

The Exchange Street Apartments

100-150 Exchange St,
Malden, MA 02148

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,410 - $3,800

Pleasant Plaza

Pleasant Plaza

36 Dartmouth St,
Malden, MA 02148

1-2 Beds | $2,300 - $2,750

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Malden?

The average rent in Malden is $2,380 per month, which is 43.1% higher than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Malden?

The average rent for a house in Malden, MA is $4,333 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Malden?

The average rent for a townhome in Malden, MA is $2,818 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Malden?

The average rent for a condo in Malden, MA is $2,239 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Malden?

Rents in Malden, MA are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $31 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Malden?

In Malden, MA, 65% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Massachusetts Malden Rental Trends

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 June 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.

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