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119 W Wyoming AveMelrose, MA 02176

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Fells, Melrose, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fells, MA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fells area is the $0.24 price per square foot 20 Washington Pl Model at 20 Washington Pl, Unit #114 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Fells apartment is the 69 Washington St Model at 69 Washington St, Unit #18 starting at $2,000 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fells apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
20 Washington Pl, Unit #11420 Washington Pl2BR,1BA$0.24
69 Washington St, Unit #1869 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.20
51 Mount Vernon St, Unit #551 Mount Vernon St2BR,1.5BA$0.28
19 Brazil St, Unit 119 Brazil St4BR,2BA$2.11
230 Mountain Ave, Unit 230230 Mountain Ave3BR,2.5BA$1.88
131 Tremont St131 Tremont St3BR,1.5BA$2.00
110 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #2110 W Wyoming Ave2BR,1BA$2.19
40 Clark St, Unit #340 Clark St2BR,2BA$2.09
23 Rendall Pl, Unit #2323 Rendall Pl2BR,1BA$2.09
55 Lynde Ave, Unit #255 Lynde Ave2BR,1BA$2.15

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Fells, Melrose, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fells Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fells?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fells is at Gateway at Malden Center listed at $2,355.

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