What are the average rent costs in Melrose, MA?

The average rent in Melrose, MA is $2,645.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Melrose, MA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Melrose, MA is $1,815.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is $2,645.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is $3,245.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is $3,964.

Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA with a Garage

397 Rentals

Good Value

STUDIO

$1,973+

1 BED

$2,194+

2 BEDS

$2,729+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,956 - $3,333
Required Monthly Fees$17
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$1,973 - $3,350

The Chase at Overlook Ridge

11 Overlook Ridge Dr, Revere, MA 02151

Call (781) 625-9456
1 Month Free

1 Month Free

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STUDIO

$2,445+

1 BED

$2,898+

2 BEDS

$3,622+

3 BEDS

$5,444+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,445 - $6,425
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,445 - $5,444

The Devon at Weiss Farm

168 Franklin St, Stoneham, MA 02180

Call (781) 664-9886
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STUDIO

$1,783+

1 BED

$1,822+

2 BEDS

$2,714+

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Altitude Apartments

211 Kennedy Dr, Malden, MA 02148

Call (978) 354-5576
2 Months Free

2 Months Free

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STUDIO

$2,325+

1 BED

$2,555+

2 BEDS

$3,100+

Plus Fees

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

21 Quarry Ln, Malden, MA 02148

Call (978) 717-0513
1 BED

$2,525+

2 BEDS

$3,740+

3 BEDS

$4,138+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,525 - $13,420
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,525 - $13,420

The Washingtons

2 Washington St, Melrose, MA 02176

Call (978) 396-7113
Exceptional Value

STUDIO

$2,176+

1 BED

$2,274+

2 BEDS

$2,788+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,176 - $19,169
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,176 - $19,169

Avana Cliffside

500 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148

Call (351) 666-5440
$519 Off

Price Drop. $519 Off

1 BED

$3,087+

2 BEDS

$3,433+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,087 - $5,950
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$3,087 - $5,157

Alta Clara

21 Executive Dr, Stoneham, MA 02180

Call (781) 549-9984
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$3,100

62 Crestview Dr

62 Crestview Dr, Malden, MA 02148

Call (617) 315-6392
1 BED

$2,375

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Corey10

10 Corey St, Melrose, MA 02176
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$3,300

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,300
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,300
- 12 Month Lease

209 Washington St

209 Washington St, Malden, MA 02148

Apply
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,500
- 12 Month Lease

977 Main St Unit #18

977 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,950

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,950
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,950

59 Park St

59 Park St, Melrose, MA 02176
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,700

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,700
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,700

43-51-51 Albion St Unit B7

43-51-51 Albion St, Melrose, MA 02176
4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$4,800

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$4,800
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$4,800

51 Lynn Fells Pkwy

51 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,950

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,950
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,950

21-23-23 Rendall Pl Unit 2

21-23-23 Rendall Pl, Melrose, MA 02176
2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$4,250

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$4,250
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$4,250

569 Franklin St Unit 6

569 Franklin St, Melrose, MA 02176
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,495

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,495
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,495

155 Lebanon St

155 Lebanon St, Melrose, MA 02176
4 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,300

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,300
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,300

661 Main St Unit 23

661 Main St, Malden, MA 02148
3 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS

$6,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$6,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$6,500

28 Park Ave

28 Park Ave, Medford, MA 02155
1 BED

$2,697+

2 BEDS

$3,350+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,697 - $5,741
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,697 - $3,690

Windsor at Oak Grove

12 Island Hill Ave, Melrose, MA 02176

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Melrose at a Glance

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Melrose, MA Apartments for Rent

Nestled just seven miles north of Boston, Melrose combines suburban charm with easy city access. This historic Massachusetts city, incorporated in 1900, spans 4.7 square miles and features natural attractions like Ell Pond and portions of the Middlesex Fells Reservation. Located within the triangle created by Interstates 93, 95, and U.S. Route 1, Melrose offers convenient transportation options for residents.

The rental market in Melrose reflects current market conditions, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,580 per month. The city encompasses several neighborhoods, including Downtown Melrose, Cedar Park, Melrose Highlands, and Wyoming. Public transportation includes three MBTA commuter rail stations within city limits, while the Orange Line's Oak Grove station at the Malden border provides additional transit options to Boston. The city is home to the MelroseWakefield Hospital healthcare system and maintains a strong sense of community spirit.

Renting in Melrose

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 427 Sq Ft $1,815 / mo
1 Bedroom 711 Sq Ft $2,645 / mo
2 Bedrooms 988 Sq Ft $3,245 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,563 Sq Ft $3,964 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Melrose

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Wyoming 610 Sq Ft $2,199/mo
Downtown Melrose 795 Sq Ft $2,348/mo
Oak Grove-Pine Banks 721 Sq Ft $3,418/mo

Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

Tufts Univ., Medford Medford - Somerville Campus

Private University

North Shore C.C., Lynn Campus Lynn Campus

Public University

Bunker Hill Community College

Public University

Lesley University, Porter Porter Campus

Private University

Lesley University

Private University

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Melrose High School

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,004 Students

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Melrose High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,004 Students

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Melrose Middle School

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

830 Students

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Melrose Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

830 Students

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Horace Mann Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

258 Students

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Winthrop Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

372 Students

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Hoover Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

266 Students

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Lincoln Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

387 Students

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Roosevelt Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

366 Students

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