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Melrose Highlands, Melrose, MA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,328 | $1,745 | $2,664 |
| Melrose Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,850 | $6,680 |
| Melrose Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,561 | $1,600 | $9,710 |
| Melrose Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,327 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Highlands Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardencrest Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Malden Square Apartments | 527 Sq Ft | Studio,1BA | $2,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Highlands, MA
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose Highlands area is the $0.24 price per square foot 181 Central St Model at 181 Central St, Unit #11 in the in the Nobility Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Melrose Highlands apartment is the 43 Union St Model at 43 Union St, Unit #1 starting at $2,600 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 181 Central St, Unit #11 | 181 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 43 Union St, Unit #1 | 43 Union St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.25 |
| 16 Willow St, Unit #301 | 16 Willow St | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 16 Willow St, Unit #1 | 16 Willow St | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 54 Lynde St, Unit #6 | 54 Lynde St | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 179 Green St, Unit #408 | 179 Green St | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| 2 Stone Ave, Unit 1H | 2 Stone Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 4 Stone Ave, Unit #1H | 4 Stone Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 71 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #1 | 71 W Wyoming Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 104 W Emerson St, Unit 6 | 104 W Emerson St | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Getting Around the Melrose Highlands Neighborhood in Melrose, MA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Highlands Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Melrose Highlands?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melrose Highlands is under $2,120.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose Highlands?
The cheapest apartment in Melrose Highlands is Gardencrest Apartments which is listed at $2,075, while the average apartment in Melrose Highlands costs $4,061.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melrose Highlands?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Melrose Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Melrose Highlands?
Cheap apartments in Melrose Highlands have an average cost of $281 which is $3,780 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose Highlands.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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