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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Close to restaurants
  • Laundry hookups
  • Close to grocery stores
  • Fenced yard

Location

248 N Melwood Ave, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA|Menlo Park-Panorama Estates
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Management

JMD Asset Management LLC

Leasing office

(520) 500-5431

Property Overview

248-254 N. Melwood Avenue offers strong value with an 8.8/10 Zumper Expert Rating, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It also features off-street parking, stainless steel appliances, laundry hookups, and a fenced yard, with nearby restaurants, grocery stores, parks, and walkable access adding to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath744 sqft$1,200 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering a central Tucson location. The unit features a spacious layout with vinyl floors, ceiling fans, central A/C, and stainless steel appliances including a garbage disposal. Laundry hookups are provided for added convenience. Off-street parking and fenced front and back yards offer practical outdoor space, and a nearby park is within easy reach. Recently renovated finishes give the apartment a fresh, modern feel while its central location makes errands and local amenities accessible. Apply today or contact Amber at 520-500-5431 for a showing! Minimum 1 Year Lease Tenant are responsible for electric and gas No Smoking inside unit Pets Negotiable Call (520) 500-5431 or fill out guest card through website at jmdamanagement. com to set up a tour! Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Amenities for 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Recently RenovatedSpacious Layout
Vinyl FloorsWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

Central A/CGarbage Disposal
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Fenced Front and BackyardOff-Street Parking
Outdoor Space

Neighborhood

Central LocationPark Nearby
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

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About 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue

HomeApartments in TucsonMenlo Park-Panorama Estates 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue

Discover this newly renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering a central Tucson location. The unit features a spacious layout with vinyl floors, ceiling fans, central A/C, and stainless steel appliances including a garbage disposal. Laundry hookups are provided for added convenience. Off-street parking and fenced front and back yards offer practical outdoor space, and a nearby park is within easy reach. Recently renovated finishes give the apartment a fresh, modern feel while its central location makes errands and local amenities accessible. Apply today or contact Amber at 520-500-5431 for a showing! Minimum 1 Year Lease Tenant are responsible for electric and gas No Smoking inside unit Pets Negotiable Call (520) 500-5431 or fill out guest card through website at jmdamanagement. com to set up a tour! Equal Housing Opportunity.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
248-254 N. Melwood Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
248-254 N. Melwood Avenue stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
248-254 N. Melwood Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

248-254 N. Melwood Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Area has 30 parks and recreation options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 100 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Menlo Park-Panorama Estates

2-bedroom apartments at 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Menlo Park-Panorama Estates.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Menlo Park-Panorama Estates
Tucson
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Tucson
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$925
October 2024$902
November 2024$900
December 2024$901
January 2025$901
February 2025$917
March 2025$914
April 2025$898
May 2025$908
June 2025$903
July 2025$899
August 2025$896
September 2025$895
October 2025$895
November 2025$889
December 2025$889
January 2026$889
February 2026$881
March 2026$895
April 2026$898
May 2026$896
June 2026$893
July 2026$895
August 2026$890
September 2026$865
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Menlo Park-Panorama Estates
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,075
October 2024$997
November 2024$897
December 2024$906
January 2025$863
December 2025$995
January 2026$995

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 248-254 N. Melwood Avenue

Children's Achievement Center

330 north commerce park loop suite #100

tucson, AZ, 85745

PKPublic

ASDB - Tucson Campus

1200 w speedway blvd

tucson, AZ, 85745

K-12Public

ASDB - ELP Tucson Campus Preschool

1200 w speedway blvd

tucson, AZ, 85745

PKPublic

Miles-Exploratory Learning Center

1400 e broadway blvd

tucson, AZ, 85719

PK, K-8Public
C+

Morgan Maxwell School

2802 w anklam rd

tucson, AZ, 85745

PK, K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood

Menlo Park-Panorama Estates | Tucson, AZ

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tucson near 248 N Melwood Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 248 N Melwood Ave, Tucson

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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