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  2. Interior Photo - Altitude Apartments
    Exceptional Value
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    STUDIO
    $1,648+
    1 BED
    $1,902+
    2 BEDS
    $2,405+
    3 BEDS
    $3,395+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Altitude Apartments

    211 Kennedy Dr, Malden, MA 02148
    (978) 354-5576
  5. Building Photo - The Chase at Overlook Ridge
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    STUDIO
    $1,971+
    1 BED
    $2,193+
    2 BEDS
    $2,737+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,971 - $3,066
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,971 - $3,066
         - 12 Month Lease

    The Chase at Overlook Ridge

    11 Overlook Ridge Dr, Revere, MA 02151
    (781) 625-9456
  6. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
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    STUDIO
    $2,343+
    1 BED
    $2,630+
    2 BEDS
    $3,062+
    3 BEDS
    $4,413+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,343 - $6,449
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,343 - $6,449

    The Devon at Weiss Farm

    168 Franklin St, Stoneham, MA 02180
    (781) 664-9886
  7. Building Photo - Towne Estates
    1 BED
    $2,120+
    2 BEDS
    $2,460+
    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
  10. Building Photo - Ella
    1 BED
    $2,700+
    2 BEDS
    $3,300+
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Ella

    453 Franklin Street, Melrose, MA 02176
    (781) 816-3904
  11. Building Photo - Avana Cliffside
    1 BED
    $2,285+
    2 BEDS
    $2,840+
    3 BEDS
    $3,694+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,285 - $4,268
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,285 - $4,268

    Avana Cliffside

    500 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148
    (351) 666-5440
  12. 1 BED
    $2,890+
    2 BEDS
    $3,775+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,890 - $7,454
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,890 - $7,454

    The Washingtons

    2 Washington St, Melrose, MA 02176
    (978) 396-7113
  14. 1 BED
    $3,131+
    2 BEDS
    $3,666+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,131 - $4,889
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$3,131 - $4,889

    Alta Clara

    21 Executive Dr, Stoneham, MA 02180
    (781) 549-9984
  15. 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
  18. Interior Photo - Corey10
    1 BED
    $2,375
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Corey10

    10 Corey St, Melrose, MA 02176
  35. Building Photo - 14 Beltran St
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,150
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,150
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,150
         - 12 Month Lease

    14 Beltran St Unit 2

    14 Beltran 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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Roosevelt Elementary School

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Lincoln Elementary School

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