
Cheap Homes for Rent in Melrose Highlands Neighborhood of Melrose, MA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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Melrose Highlands, Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Highlands 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,843 | $2,000 | $5,150 |
Melrose Highlands 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,475 | $3,200 | $3,800 |
Melrose Highlands 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,100 | $3,800 | $4,400 |
Melrose Highlands 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Melrose Highlands Neighborhood of Melrose, MA.
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Cheapest Available Melrose Highlands Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Gardencrest Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Highlands, MA
As of March 29, 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. |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose Highlands
What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose Highlands?
There are currently 161 Apartments for Rent in Melrose Highlands, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $10,338. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose Highlands ranging from $1,700 to $5,150.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose Highlands?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose Highlands ranges from $1,700 to $5,150 with an average monthly rent of $3,062.
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