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Bowdoin Apartments

$1,670 – $2,785/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–1.5 baths
  • 532–1,047 sq ft
  • 9 units available
22 Bowdoin St, Malden, MA, 02148

As of October 14, 2026, Bowdoin Apartments in Malden, MA has 9 apartments for rent from $1,670 to $2,785/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,670, two-bedrooms at $2,004, and three-bedrooms at $2,315. The average asking rent has risen 23.6% since April 9, 2026, from $1,670 to $2,064.


Floor plans

Bowdoin Apartments has 9 units available across 3 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (532–757 sq ft), a two-bedroom layout (718 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,047 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

1 Bedroom

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 532 – 757 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,670/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
33-0$1,670532Sep 19
19-0$1,670532Oct 1
27-0$1,670532Nov 1
53-0$1,670757Nov 1

2 Bedroom

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 718 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,004/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
30-4$2,004718Jul 1
28-5$2,785718Oct 17
58-4$2,004718Nov 1
64-3$2,785718Nov 1

3 Bedroom

3 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 1,047 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,315/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
85-A$2,3151,047Nov 1

See all 17 units listed at Bowdoin Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Bowdoin Apartments, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,956 a month all-in: $1,670 rent and an estimated $286 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $2,357 and a three-bedroom at about $2,757.

All-in from$1,956/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Bowdoin Apartments takes about $60,120 a year for a one-bedroom, $72,144 for a two-bedroom, and $83,340 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $1,956 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $89,200 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,956/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$89,200/yr

Income to qualify

$60,120/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Bowdoin Apartments has ranged from $1,670 to $2,191. The current average is $2,064, up $394 (23.6%) from $1,670 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Bowdoin Apartments, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $1,670 – $2,785/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jul 1

Amenities

Bowdoin Apartments has a laundry room on site. It lists 22 amenities, including private patio and air conditioning.

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

  • Bbq/Picnic Area

  • Community Garden

  • Community Room

  • Downtown Location

  • Grilling Area

  • Laundry

  • Leed Certified Community

  • Online Payments Accepted

  • On-Site Laundry

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • On-Site Recycling Program

  • Playground

  • Public Transportation Accessible

  • Transportation

  • Air Conditioning

  • Breakfast Bar

  • Energy Star Appliances

  • Linen Closets

  • Private Patio

  • Some Paid Utilities (Call For Details)

  • Townhouse Style Floor Plans


Amenity photos

  • Lobby

Location

22 Bowdoin St, Malden, MA, 02148


Resident reviews

3.2
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management5.0
Maintenance5.0
Location5.0
Building Quality5.0
Overall24 reviews

Bowdoin Apartments receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term residents who praise professional management, responsive maintenance, and well-maintained grounds. However, a small number of recent reviews report serious pest infestation issues (rodents and insects) that residents claim have not been adequately addressed despite multiple reports. The property shows strong performance in staff professionalism and work order responsiveness, though pest management remains a documented concern for affected residents.

Residents consistently praise the management and leasing office staff for professionalism, friendliness, and responsiveness. Work orders and maintenance requests are completed promptly, and staff are described as approachable and helpful. Long-term residents report satisfaction with property upkeep and management's handling of tenant concerns.

Maintenance work orders are generally fulfilled promptly and professionally, with staff described as responsive and approachable. Long-term residents report satisfaction with repair completion and grounds upkeep. However, one recent review raises concerns about pest control responsiveness and unit sealing, indicating potential gaps in addressing ongoing infestation issues.

The property benefits from a convenient location near stores and public transportation. However, the review highlights a significant pest control issue that has persisted regardless of external construction, which prospective residents should consider when evaluating the property.

This property has experienced pest control issues, with mice reported as a recurring problem affecting livability. Management attributed the issue to surrounding construction, though the resident reported the problem predated construction activity. The building's location near stores and transportation, along with friendly management, were noted as positive aspects.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Bowdoin Apartments is very walkable and somewhat bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade B
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Bowdoin Apartments was good on 188 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 60, moderate). Daily highs averaged 82°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 17°F in February, the coldest.

Air quality

188 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 41

Temperature

82° / 17°

average July high / February low

: 73° high, 59° low

Pollen

None

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: none

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January32°F18°F46 (good)20 of 31
February32°F17°F59 (moderate)9 of 28
March48°F30°F50 (good)16 of 31
April56°F39°F49 (good)18 of 30
May69°F52°F53 (moderate)12 of 31
June81°F62°F58 (moderate)6 of 30
July82°F66°F60 (moderate)5 of 31
August81°F66°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
September70°F57°F43 (good)24 of 30
October63°F47°F41 (good)25 of 31
November49°F35°F42 (good)22 of 30
December36°F22°F44 (good)21 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Bowdoin Apartments is a 226-unit building in Malden, MA.

Come to a home you deserve located in Malden, MA. Bowdoin Apartments has everything you need . Call (781) 322-0305 today!

  • Building

    Apartment · Affordable
  • Total units

    226

Nearby schools

The closest school to Bowdoin Apartments is Sonshine Christian Day Care, a private preschool 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Salemwood School, 0.3 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Sonshine Christian Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Malden Catholic High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.2 mi

Salemwood School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.3 mi

Malden Hebrew School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.3 mi

Tri Cap Head Start-Salem

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School

Charter · High
CharterHigh0.6 mi

Ferryway School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.6 mi

Malden Early Edu & Learn Prog

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

ABC Day Care and Nursery

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Malden High Teen Parent DC Program

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Contact & management

Bowdoin Apartments is managed by WinnCompanies. The leasing office's phone number is (781) 322-0305.


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