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  1. Building Photo - The Chase at Overlook Ridge
    Good Value
    STUDIO
    $1,985+
    1 BED
    $2,186+
    2 BEDS
    $2,792+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,968 - $3,418
    Required Monthly Fees$17
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,985 - $3,435

    The Chase at Overlook Ridge

    11 Overlook Ridge Dr, Revere, MA 02151
    (781) 625-9456
  2. Building Photo - The Devon at Weiss Farm
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
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    STUDIO
    $2,480+
    1 BED
    $3,059+
    2 BEDS
    $3,703+
    3 BEDS
    $4,301+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,480 - $4,927
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,480 - $4,301

    The Devon at Weiss Farm

    168 Franklin St, Stoneham, MA 02180
    (781) 664-9886
  3. Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,810+
    1 BED
    $1,945+
    2 BEDS
    $2,623+
    3 BEDS
    $3,226+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Altitude Apartments

    211 Kennedy Dr, Malden, MA 02148
    (978) 354-5576
  7. Building Photo - Towne Estates
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $2,120+
    2 BEDS
    $2,545+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,120 - $2,595
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,120 - $2,595
         - 12 Month Lease

    Towne Estates

    209 Pleasant St, Melrose, MA 02176
    (351) 666-8405
  9. Building Photo - Ella
    2 BEDS
    $3,300+
    3 BEDS
    $4,300+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Ella

    453 Franklin Street, Melrose, MA 02176
    (781) 816-3904
  10. Building Photo - The Washingtons
    1 BED
    $2,855+
    2 BEDS
    $3,263+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,855 - $9,850
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,855 - $9,850

    The Washingtons

    2 Washington St, Melrose, MA 02176
    (978) 396-7113
  11. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    2 BEDS
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600 - $2,700
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,600 - $2,700
         - 12 Month Lease

    Emerson Arms Apartments

    108-118 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA 02176
    (781) 590-1464
  12. $722 Off
    Price Drop. $722 Off
    1 BED
    $2,350+
    2 BEDS
    $2,943+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350 - $5,310
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,350 - $5,310

    Avana Cliffside

    500 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148
    (351) 666-5440
  13. $573 Off
    Price Drop. $573 Off
    1 BED
    $3,091+
    2 BEDS
    $3,443+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,091 - $4,503
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,091 - $3,864

    Alta Clara

    21 Executive Dr, Stoneham, MA 02180
    (781) 549-9984
  14. Exceptional Value
    1 BED
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200 - $2,300
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,200 - $2,300

    Melrose Terrace

    12 Melrose Ter, Wakefield, MA 01880
    (781) 435-3099
  16. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500
         - 12 Month Lease

    977 Main St

    977 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
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  19. Interior Photo - Corey10
    1 BED
    $2,375
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Corey10

    10 Corey St, Melrose, MA 02176
  29. Building Photo - 1117 Main St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,650

    1117 Main St Unit 1

    1117 Main St, 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.

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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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Frequently asked questions about renting in Melrose, MA

What are the average rent costs in Melrose, MA?

The average rent in Melrose, MA is $2,671.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Melrose, MA is $1,808.

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 $2,671.

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 $3,263.

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 $4,153.

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