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  1. Building Photo - 16 Gordon St
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,200
         - 12 Month Lease

    16 Gordon St

    16 Gordon St, Malden, MA 02148
    (781) 912-3889
  2. Building Photo - 11 Linwood Ave
    4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,650
         - 12 Month Lease

    11 Linwood Ave Unit 2

    11 Linwood Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
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  3. Building Photo - 40 Grace St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200
         - 12 Month Lease

    40 Grace St Unit 1

    40 Grace St, Malden, MA 02148
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  4. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400
         - 12 Month Lease

    157 Franklin St Unit A11

    157 Franklin St, Stoneham, MA 02180
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  5. 5 BEDS, 4 BATHS
    $25,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$25,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$25,000
         - 1 Month Lease

    64 Newcomb Rd

    64 Newcomb Rd, Stoneham, MA 02180
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  6. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,450
         - 12 Month Lease

    36 Dodge St

    36 Dodge St, Malden, MA 02148
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  7. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600
         - 12 Month Lease

    27 W Wyoming Ave Unit #3

    27 W Wyoming Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
  8. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $4,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,000
         - 12 Month Lease

    87-2 Florence St Unit 1

    87-2 Florence St, Melrose, MA 02176
  9. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300
         - 12 Month Lease

    92 Pine St Unit #2

    92 Pine St, Malden, MA 02148
  10. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300
         - 12 Month Lease

    83 Dexter St Unit 1

    83 Dexter St, Malden, MA 02148
  11. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,950
         - 12 Month Lease

    141 Pierce St

    141 Pierce St, Malden, MA 02148
  12. 4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400
         - 12 Month Lease

    592 Salem St Unit 592SalemSt#2

    592 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148

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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Horace Mann Elementary School

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Hoover Elementary School

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Winthrop Elementary School

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Lincoln Elementary School

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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 $2,627.

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 $2,627.

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 $3,233.

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 $3,866.

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