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5+ Days Ago

8.2

Very Good

86 Porter Street Apartments
86 Porter St, Malden, MA 02148, USA

86 Porter St, Malden, MA 02148, USA

8.2

Very Good

Monthly rent	-
Beds	1–2
Baths	1
Sqft	950–1,200

Monthly rent	-
Beds	1–2
Baths	1
Sqft	950–1,200

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Highlights

Hardwood floors
Modern kitchen
Stainless steel appliances
Large windows
Granite countertops
Recess lighting

Location

86 Porter St, Malden, MA 02148, USA|Maplewood

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Property Overview

86 Porter Street presents a compelling rental opportunity, highlighted by its impressive amenities, including hardwood floors, a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and large windows. The property has received a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.2, with high scores for price, amenities, and location, indicating excellent value and a desirable living environment. Additionally, its competitive pricing and transparent management enhance its appeal for potential renters seeking a quality lifestyle.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2

Very Good

With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, 86 Porter Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 86 Porter Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

More space
Less expensive
Dishwasher

Floor plans

86 Porter Street - 3	1 bed	1 bath	1,000 sqft
86 Porter Street - 2	2 bed	1 bath	1,200 sqft	Beautiful and large 2nd floor apartment featuring 2 big bedrooms, recess lighting, hardwood floors, big lovely modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances - refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, oven and granite countertops. The unit also features one large bathroom with plenty of storage, large windows with high ceiling, plenty of closet/extra storage. Kitchen also has plenty of area for eat-in space. The apartment is located in the desirable Forest Dale neighborhood - within walking distance to both Oak Grove & Malden Center T Stations! Lots of cafe/restaurants and very easy for public transportation. No Smokers. References and Credit report required. Available Now.
86 Porter Street - 1	2 bed	1 bath	950 sqft	Beautiful and spacious 2-bedroom unit with lots of natural lights, hardwood floors, lovely modern kitchen with range, refrigerator and dishwasher. The unit also features one small room that has been previously used as an office by the former resident. Kitchen also has plenty of area for eat-in space. The apartment is located in the desirable Forest Dale neighborhood - within walking distance to both Oak Grove & Malden Center T Stations! Lots of cafe/restaurants and very easy for public transportation. No Smokers. References and Credit report required. Available now. First/Security/Broker's Fee

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Amenities for 86 Porter Street

Apartment Amenities

Central Heat	Hardwood Floor
Heating

Appliances

Dishwasher	Microwave
Refrigerator

Building

Heat Gas

Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units	1

About 86 Porter Street

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86 Porter Street

Beautiful and large 2nd floor apartment featuring 2 big bedrooms, recess lighting, hardwood floors, big lovely modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances - refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, oven and granite countertops. The unit also features one large bathroom with plenty of storage, large windows with high ceiling, plenty of closet/extra storage. Kitchen also has plenty of area for eat-in space. The apartment is located in the desirable Forest Dale neighborhood - within walking distance to both Oak Grove & Malden Center T Stations! Lots of cafe/restaurants and very easy for public transportation. No Smokers. References and Credit report required. Available Now.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2

/10

Very Good

How we rated 86 Porter Street

Price·8

Scoring a 8/10, 86 Porter Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Maplewood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.

Amenities·9

86 Porter Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including heat gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 86 Porter Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.

Location·9

86 Porter Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.

Quality·7

While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 86 Porter Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.

Trustworthiness·7

86 Porter Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

How 86 Porter Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space: The 2-bedroom is 223 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive: The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher: Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available: There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools: The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Maplewood

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.

Maplewood

Malden

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Malden
Month	Median Rent
November 2023	$2,196
December 2023	$2,255
January 2024	$2,341
February 2024	$1,900
March 2024	$1,915
April 2024	$2,037
May 2024	$2,116
June 2024	$2,158
July 2024	$2,195
August 2024	$2,248
September 2024	$2,167
October 2024	$2,106
November 2024	$2,170
December 2024	$2,255
January 2025	$1,972
February 2025	$2,097
March 2025	$2,195
April 2025	$2,200
May 2025	$2,100
June 2025	$2,100
July 2025	$2,110
August 2025	$2,078
September 2025	$2,005
October 2025	$2,048

A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Maplewood
Month	Median Rent
November 2023	$2,264
December 2023	$2,010
January 2024	$2,075
February 2024	$2,200
March 2024	$2,220
April 2024	$2,347
May 2024	$2,347
June 2024	$2,183
July 2024	$2,075
August 2024	$2,435
September 2024	$2,265
October 2024	$1,881
November 2024	$1,910
December 2024	$2,093
January 2025	$2,181
February 2025	$2,250
March 2025	$2,285
April 2025	$2,312
May 2025	$2,180
June 2025	$2,100
July 2025	$2,356
August 2025	$1,967
September 2025	$2,125
October 2025	$1,978