Top Rated Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (8 Rentals)
Apartments in Melrose with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
Rental terms in Melrose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

Windsor Radio Factory

J Malden Center

The Residences at Stevens Pond

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

Malden Square Apartments

Residences @ Malden Station
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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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Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,424 | $1,675 | $6,466 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,657 | $1,575 | $6,873 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $1,100 | $8,020 |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,546 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,658 | $3,600 | $5,800 |
Melrose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,257 | $3,800 | $7,500 |
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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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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Melrose is at Malden Square Apartments listed at $2,315.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Melrose is $3,777.
What is the largest Short-term Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,714 square feet unit starting from $2,635 at Windsor Radio Factory.
What is the average size for Melrose Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Melrose is currently at 570 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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