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.

Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA

341 Rentals

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

Call (781) 664-9886
Good Value

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1 BED

$2,534+

2 BEDS

$2,995+

Plus Fees

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

10 Overlook Ridge Dr, Malden, MA 02148

Call (781) 776-1109
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STUDIO

$2,165+

1 BED

$2,365+

2 BEDS

$2,950+

Plus Fees

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

21 Quarry Ln, Malden, MA 02148

Call (978) 717-0513
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

Call (978) 354-5576
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1 BED

$2,350

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Essex Landing Saugus

1565 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906

Call (978) 396-4417
2 BEDS

$3,300+

3 BEDS

$4,300+

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Ella

453 Franklin Street, Melrose, MA 02176

Call (781) 816-3904
1 BED

$2,855+

2 BEDS

$3,252+

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

Call (978) 396-7113
$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

Call (781) 549-9984
$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

Call (351) 666-5440
1 BED

$2,375

Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

Corey10

10 Corey St, Melrose, MA 02176
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,600

200 Mountain Ave Unit 49

200 Mountain Ave, Malden, MA 02148

Call (617) 340-6101
1 BED, 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

147 W Wyoming Ave Unit 2

147 W Wyoming Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,000

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,000
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,000
- 12 Month Lease

41 Baker St Unit 41 Baker Street

41 Baker St, Malden, MA 02148
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$2,900

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,900
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$2,900

22 Linden Rd Unit 3

22 Linden Rd, 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
4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$4,750

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$4,750
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$4,750

46 Juniper Dr

46 Juniper Dr, Saugus, MA 01906
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
4 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,000

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$3,000
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$3,000

40 Hurd St Unit 2

40 Hurd St, Melrose, MA 02176
1 BED

$2,850+

2 BEDS

$3,437+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,850 - $6,955
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,850 - $3,775

Windsor at Oak Grove

12 Island Hill Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
STUDIO

$2,609+

1 BED

$2,658+

2 BEDS

$3,755+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$2,609 - $6,082
Utilities & EssentialsVaries
Total Monthly Price$2,609 - $4,287

Windsor Radio Factory

1000 Stone Pl, Melrose, MA
1 BED

$1,950+

2 BEDS

$2,400+

Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
Base Rent$1,950 - $2,400
Required Monthly FeesNone
Total Monthly Price$1,950 - $2,400

Warden Place

5 Warden St, 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 $1,808 / mo
1 Bedroom 709 Sq Ft $2,671 / mo
2 Bedrooms 988 Sq Ft $3,263 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,563 Sq Ft $4,153 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Melrose

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Wyoming 597 Sq Ft $2,172/mo
Downtown Melrose 1,847 Sq Ft $2,518/mo
Oak Grove-Pine Banks 846 Sq Ft $3,306/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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