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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Multiple on-site laundry facilities
  • Newly remodeled apartment homes

Location

6734 N Fessenden St, Portland, OR 97203, USA|St. Johns

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Contact

Management

Avenue5 Residential, LLC

Leasing office

(844) 334-0143 ext. 4889

Open 

10:00 am–4:30 pm PT

Property Overview

The Melrose Apartments has an overall strong rating, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location that point to excellent value and convenience. It also offers multiple on-site laundry facilities and newly remodeled apartment homes, while nearby schools, photo coverage, and pet services add 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, The Melrose Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Melrose Apartments 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,200 /mo2 units available
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,399–$1,449 /mo3 units available

Amenities for The Melrose Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Elegant Tile BacksplashNewly Remodeled Homes
Wood-style Flooring

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Reserved Off-Street ParkingSwimming Pool

Services

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Rental Furniture Available from CORT

Other

Flex Rent Payment Option
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

Credit Check Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Fee for processing screening (per applicant).

$30

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: Refundable. Refundable deposit for damages or lease obligations.

Usage Based

Utility - Common Area Electric

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Covers electric for common areas.

Usage Based

Utility - Common Area Gas

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Covers gas for common areas.

Usage Based

Utility - Electric

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly electric charges.

Usage Based

Utility - Gas

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly gas charges.

Usage Based

Utility - Sewer

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly wastewater and sewer charge.

Usage Based

Utility - Trash

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly trash services fee.

Usage Based

Utility - Water

Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Monthly community water services charge.

Usage Based

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units73
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About The Melrose Apartments

HomeApartments in PortlandSt. Johns The Melrose Apartments

Discover our newly remodeled apartment homes! The Melrose Apartments for rent in Portland, Oregon, is in the up and coming St. Johns neighborhood. Only 17 minutes to downtown Portland, it is a nature lover’s paradise surrounded by two rivers and sizable wetlands. Moments away is North Lombard, a shopping mecca filled with shops, eateries, coffee hangouts and vintage shops. Our community offers one-, two-, and three- bedroom homes. Select homes have updated kitchens, flooring and fixtures. Our community offers an array of amenities to include a central pool and multiple on-site laundry facilities for your convenience. Welcome home to The Melrose.


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, The Melrose Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Melrose Apartments 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 The Melrose 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.
The Melrose 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.
The Melrose 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.
The Melrose 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·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 The Melrose Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

The property managers are always positive and helpful.  Any repairs are taken care of quickly.  And the place is conveniently located, near the bus, 7/11, Fred Meyer, as well as the world-famous downtown St. Johns!

guy compton

guy compton

Oct 29, 2019

My wife and I have lived at the melrose apartments for about a year and a half and have had an absolutely awesome experience with the location, conditions of living, and management interactions. When we first moved in they had actually let us move in before they had finished all the renovations because we had some time restrictions, but still communicated very effectively to arrange a time that was most convenient for us to have everything finished. We've also had very quick service when we had anything that needed to be fixed or replaced, even when we had an emergency at almost midnight; they were there within 20 minutes. And the property manager has been very kind and accommodating during this pre-holiday season with bringing in packages when I request and even when I don't, just so it's not sitting outside. It is a really great location near a school, Fred Meyer, food carts, several parks, and historic St.John's. Absolutely happy with The Melrose and worth every dollar. -Tyler Wingart

Ty W

Ty W

Oct 19, 2019

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Melrose Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the 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 The Melrose Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in St. Johns

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in St. Johns.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Melrose Apartments to be 19% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in St. Johns.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
St. Johns
Portland
A table of studio rental data trends in Portland
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,220
September 2024$1,233
October 2024$1,219
November 2024$1,202
December 2024$1,199
January 2025$1,193
February 2025$1,193
March 2025$1,180
April 2025$1,178
May 2025$1,178
June 2025$1,175
July 2025$1,174
August 2025$1,196
September 2025$1,185
October 2025$1,150
November 2025$1,173
December 2025$1,163
January 2026$1,147
February 2026$1,152
March 2026$1,195
April 2026$1,185
May 2026$1,187
June 2026$1,180
July 2026$1,195
August 2026$1,184
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Johns
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,357
January 2025$1,225
February 2025$1,212
March 2025$1,207
April 2025$1,216
May 2025$1,207
June 2025$1,199
July 2025$1,210
August 2025$1,290
September 2025$1,235
October 2025$1,203
November 2025$1,148
December 2025$1,125
February 2026$1,146
March 2026$1,182
April 2026$1,220
May 2026$1,240
June 2026$1,237
July 2026$1,241
August 2026$1,250

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 6734 N Fessenden St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near The Melrose Apartments

James John Elementary School

7439 n charleston ave

portland, OR, 97203

K-5Public
B-

Washington State School for the Deaf

611 grand blvd

vancouver, WA, 98661

PK, K-12Public

Sato Elementary School

7775 nw kaiser rd

portland, OR, 97229

K-5Public
A

Flex Online School

10740 ne walker rd ste b

hillsboro, OR, 97006

K-12Public
A

Rose City Park

2334 ne 57th ave

portland, OR, 97212

K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Portland near 6734 N Fessenden St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 6734 N Fessenden St, Portland

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
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

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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