What are the average rent costs in Melrose, MA?

The average rent in Melrose, MA is $2,612.

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

The average rent for a studio apartment in Melrose, MA is $1,835.

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 $2,612.

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 $3,288.

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 $3,963.

Apartments with Wheelchair Access in Melrose, MA

1 BED

$2,400

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Essex Landing Saugus

1565 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906

Call (978) 396-4417
1 BED

$2,700+

2 BEDS

$3,300+

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Ella

453 Franklin Street, Melrose, MA 02176

Call (781) 816-3904
1 BED

$2,750+

2 BEDS

$3,775+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,750 - $9,258
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,750 - $9,258

The Washingtons

2 Washington St, Melrose, MA 02176

Call (978) 396-7113
1 BED

$3,176+

2 BEDS

$3,780+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,176 - $4,994
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$3,176 - $4,994

Alta Clara

21 Executive Dr, Stoneham, MA 02180

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

$3,500

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,500
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,500
- 12 Month Lease

289 Elm St Unit 71D

289 Elm St, Medford, MA 02155

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,400

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,400
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,400

30 Collins Ave Unit 000

30 Collins Ave, Saugus, MA 01906

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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 $1,835 / mo
1 Bedroom 707 Sq Ft $2,612 / mo
2 Bedrooms 990 Sq Ft $3,288 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,563 Sq Ft $3,963 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Melrose

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Wyoming 607 Sq Ft $2,197/mo
Downtown Melrose 824 Sq Ft $2,240/mo
Oak Grove-Pine Banks 715 Sq Ft $3,168/mo

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Lesley University

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