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525 Highland Ave
525 Highland Ave, Malden, MA 02148, USA

Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
Monthly rent
$2,195–$2,495The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds1–2
Baths1
Sqft650–750
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

The property at 525 Highland Ave in Malden, MA features impressive outdoor spaces and a strong pet-friendly environment, supported by the proximity to various pet supply stores and grooming services. With 32 photos available for viewing, potential renters can easily gauge its appeal. Additionally, its valuation ranks in the top 15.56th percentile for value for money among local properties, enhancing its attractiveness in the market.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Units

525 Highland Ave Malden, MA

Available

25

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1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,195

Listed on 10/29/2025
Listed by Adam Mundt
Days on market: 45
Disclaimer: This listing information is provided for informational purposes only unless otherwise noted. Displaying apartments for rent on our website does not constitute a contract with the owner, management or landlord written or implied. Accessing, viewing, or interacting with this listing by a broker or salesperson does not create, imply, or validate any contractual relationship or fee obligation with the landlord or listing agent. Any broker fee, if applicable, shall ONLY be paid by the party (lessor or tenant) who originally engaged and entered into a contract with the broker or salesperson. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $2,195 Last Month Rent: $2,195 Lock & Key Fee: $100 Parking Fee: $75 / month (optional)

New Listing

30

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,495

Listed on 12/03/2025
Listed by Concept Properties - Rental
Days on market: 10
Disclaimer: Convenient to the Back Bay, South End, Bay Village, Beacon Hill, North End, Fenway, Kenmore, Audubon Circle, West End, Sowa, Mission Hill, Chinatown, Leather District, Downtown, Financial, Waterfront, Seaport, Charlestown, Prudential, Copley, Commons, Garden, Park, MBTA Line, Orange, Red, Green, Silver, Tufts, Boston Medical Center/BU Dental (BMC), Dana Farber, Children's, New England Medical Center (NEMC), Medicine, Brigham Women's, General, MGH, Beth Israel Hospital, BIDMC, Harvard, Longwood Area, Northeastern, NEU, Wentworth Institute Technology, MIT, Mass College of Art, Pharmacy, mcphs, Berklee Music, Architectural, Conservatory, Emerson, School of Law, MFA, Museum Fine Arts, Fisher, Simmons, Emmanuel, Suffolk, Boston University, BU, Tufts, Wheelock, Optometry, Symphony Availability is subject to change without notice. Please call for most up-to-date results. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $2,495 Last Month Rent: $2,495 Lock & Key Fee: $100 Parking Fee: $75 / month (optional)

Amenities for 525 Highland Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Storage
Unit Amenities
  • Outdoor Space
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Assigned Parking
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floor
  • High Ceilings
  • Dishwasher

Policies at 525 Highland Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About 525 Highland Ave

HomeApartments in Malden 525 Highland Ave #25, Malden, MA 02148, USA

Welcome to 525 Highland Ave in Malden, MA! This charming property offers 19 units, with a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options, ranging in size from 650 to 750 square feet. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, including on-site laundry, secure entry, and assigned parking. The building also features a beautiful courtyard and is pet-friendly. With its convenient location, this property is a great choice for those looking for easy access to local shops, restaurants, and transportation. One of the standout features of this property is its proximity to downtown Malden, making it an ideal choice for those who want to be close to the action. Currently, there are active units ready for occupancy.

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Address details

Units19
Units available2
City
Zip code02148

525 Highland Ave #25 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 7 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 525 Highland Ave, Malden, MA 02148, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Malden

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 16% lower than 1-bedrooms in Malden.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 525 Highland Ave #25 to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Malden.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Malden
A table of studio rental data trends in Malden
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,339
January 2024$2,336
February 2024$1,675
March 2024$1,675
April 2024$1,679
May 2024$1,716
June 2024$1,864
July 2024$1,913
August 2024$1,988
September 2024$2,237
October 2024$2,342
November 2024$2,260
December 2024$1,887
January 2025$1,800
February 2025$1,800
March 2025$1,800
April 2025$1,800
May 2025$1,800
June 2025$1,800
July 2025$1,800
August 2025$1,800
September 2025$1,800
October 2025$1,867
November 2025$2,196
December 2025$2,500

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$87,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 525 Highland Ave, Malden, MA.
2 months ago$2,1951 bed1 bath
2 months ago$2,1951 bed1 bath
4 months ago$2,5952 bed1 bath
4 months ago$2,1951 bed1 bath
4 months ago$2,1951 bed1 bath
4 months ago$1,795Studio1 bath
4 months ago$1,795Studio1 bath
5 months ago$2,4952 bed1 bath
5 months ago$2,0951 bed1 bath

Schools near 525 Highland Ave #25

Beebe School

401 pleasant st

malden, MA, 2148

K-8Public
B-

Malden Early Learning Center

257 mountain ave

malden, MA, 2148

PKPublic

Ferryway School

150 cross st

malden, MA, 2148

K-8Public
B-

Forestdale School

74 sylvan st

malden, MA, 2148

K-8Public
B-

Salemwood School

529 salem st

malden, MA, 2148

K-8Public
B-
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Malden near 525 Highland Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 525 Highland Ave, Malden

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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