
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA from $1,000 (116 Rentals)
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104 W Emerson St

223 Essex St

191 W Wyoming Ave

192 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #10

127 Upham St
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22 Howard St

13 Lambert St, Unit 13 Lambert St

258 Highland Ave

63 Fellsway W

Carlyle House Apartments

Parkwood Apartments

53 Fellsway W

349 Pleasant St

15 Washington St S, Unit 512

525 Highland Ave

25 Oakland Ave

22 Saint Mary St, Unit 19

475 Highland Ave

45 Florence St, Unit 503

347 Pleasant St, Unit C-17

165 Maple St

128-128 Vernal St

529 Pleasant St
Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,402 | $1,695 | $6,656 |
Cheap Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $1,280 | $6,873 |
Cheap Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $1,600 | $8,245 |
Cheap Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,454 | $1,250 | $5,800 |
Melrose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,562 | $4,000 | $6,900 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $0.18 price per square foot 456 Salem St Model at 456 Salem St, Unit 6 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 181 Central St Model at 181 Central St, Unit #11 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Nobility Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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456 Salem St, Unit 6 | 456 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
181 Central St, Unit #11 | 181 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
20 Washington Pl, Unit #114 | 20 Washington Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
450 Salem St, Unit 7 | 450 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
15 Locust St, Unit 2A | 15 Locust St | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
11 Belmont St, Unit #3 | 11 Belmont St | 3BR,1BA | $0.29 |
8 Shawmut Ter, Unit #1 | 8 Shawmut Ter | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
340 Salem St, Unit #1 | 340 Salem St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
45 Bruno St, Unit #B | 45 Bruno St | 2BR,1BA | $0.22 |
15 Locust St, Unit 2 | 15 Locust St | 2BR,1BA | $0.25 |
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Getting Around Melrose, MA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose is at The Chase at Overlook Ridge listed at $1,973.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $1,950 at Warden Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is starting from $1,600 at .
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apartments in Everett & Malden and starts from $2,800.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.