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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

221 Melvin Ave, Hamilton, ON L8H 2K1, CAN|McQuesten West
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Management

Family Properties

Leasing office

(289) 778-5640

Property Overview

Melvin Apartments is a top-tier, verified property with an overall expert rating of 9.4/10, highlighted by perfect scores for both price and amenities, indicating exceptional value and an excellent standard of living. Its strong location and quality ratings reflect convenient access to key destinations and a well-managed community, while high-speed internet, a quiet environment, and utilities included in rent make it especially appealing for work-from-home lifestyles.

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

9.4
Excellent
Melvin Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Renovated 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath$1,299 /mo1 unit available
Renovated 2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath$1,475 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Melvin Apartments

Apartment Amenities

BalconyHardwood Floor
HeatHot Water
ViewVinyl Plank Floors

Appliances

FridgeMicrowave
Stove

Tech

Internet Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
ElevatorOnsite Laundry
Video Surveillance

Grounds

Garage Parking

Services

On-Site Management

Neighborhood

Public TransitShopping 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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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Parking Policy

Surface Lot

Garage Lot

Surface Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 surface lots max.

$40

Garage Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 garage lots max.

$50

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12 months
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About Melvin Apartments

Managed by Family Properties
HomeApartments in HamiltonMcQuesten West Melvin Apartments

1 MONTH FREE RENT ON A 13-MONTH LEASE *The rent mentioned in advertisements does not reflect the actual legal rent. The rent shown reflects the average monthly amount, incorporating any discounts over the lease period. This promotion may apply to select units only. Please contact leasing for more details. T&C apply* Melvin Apartments is a newly revitalized building offering secure, comfortable living in a prime city location. Residents enjoy newly renovated suites featuring new windows, glass balcony doors, and large balconies for added outdoor space. The building is well-maintained and includes on-site, card-operated laundry, secured entrance, camera surveillance, and underground parking for your peace of mind. With easy access to major highways like the Red Hill Valley Parkway and HWY 8, and several bus stops just steps away, this location is ideal for those who need quick access to transit. Enjoy nearby parks like Mahoney Park, Hillcrest Park, and Parkdale Park, as well as being just minutes from the Hamilton Beach Strip, offering walking and bike trails, the shores of Lake Ontario, and Confederation Park. Note: Water is included in rent until a Ratio Utility Billing System (RUBS) is implemented, after which tenants will be billed their share of water costs.


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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.
9.4
/10
Excellent
Melvin Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Melvin Apartments
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.
Melvin Apartments 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.
Melvin Apartments 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.
Melvin Apartments 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·9A 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.
Melvin Apartments has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

Melvin Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 Melvin Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 450 sqft larger than other listings nearby

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Rent trends in McQuesten West

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% lower than 1-bedrooms in McQuesten West.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Melvin Apartments to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in McQuesten West.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
McQuesten West
Hamilton
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Hamilton
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,699
July 2024$1,699
August 2024$1,722
September 2024$1,699
October 2024$1,698
November 2024$1,688
December 2024$1,650
January 2025$1,652
February 2025$1,650
March 2025$1,687
April 2025$1,773
May 2025$1,788
June 2025$1,734
July 2025$1,702
August 2025$1,698
September 2025$1,667
October 2025$1,650
November 2025$1,702
December 2025$1,694
January 2026$1,668
February 2026$1,637
March 2026$1,765
April 2026$1,654
May 2026$1,599
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in McQuesten West
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,499
July 2024$1,511
August 2024$1,542
September 2024$1,550
October 2024$1,667
November 2024$1,666
December 2024$1,616
January 2025$1,457
February 2025$1,450
March 2025$1,452
April 2025$1,457
May 2025$1,457
June 2025$1,455
July 2025$1,464
August 2025$1,450
September 2025$1,450
October 2025$1,435
November 2025$1,423
December 2025$1,437
January 2026$1,440
February 2026$1,405
March 2026$1,420
April 2026$1,425

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Can I afford to live at 221 Melvin Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,299.
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Getting around Hamilton near 221 Melvin Ave

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 221 Melvin Ave, Hamilton

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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