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5d+ ago
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15 East St #1R, Melrose, MA 02176
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 23
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$3,650
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 15
1d ago
585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$3,100
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Melrose Highlands townhouse for rent in Melrose
5 beds
2 baths
$4,350
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
Available Apr 1
1d ago
Oak Grove - Pine Banks apartment for rent in Melrose
Studio
1 bath
$2,428
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 18
3d ago
Cedar Park apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 15
3d ago
Wyoming apartment for rent in Melrose
4 beds
1 bath
$3,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
3d ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #24, Melrose, MA 02176
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Elevator
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Oak Grove - Pine Banks apartment for rent in Melrose
Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$3,675
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available May 30
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
Hardwood Floor
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
$2,600
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Cedar Park apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 6
5d+ ago
Wyoming apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Oak Grove - Pine Banks house for rent in Melrose
183 Main St #NA, Melrose, MA 02176
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Mar 16
5d+ ago
Wyoming apartment for rent in Melrose
23 W Wyoming Ave #6, Melrose, MA 02176
2 beds
1 bath
$2,941
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 9
5d+ ago
Melrose Highlands condo for rent in Melrose
59 Greenwood St #2, Melrose, MA 02176
Assigned parking | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$3,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Mar 4
5d+ ago
Wyoming condo for rent in Melrose
340 Main St #5, Melrose, MA 02176
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$1,650
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Condo for rent
Available Feb 15
5d+ ago
Melrose Highlands apartment for rent in Melrose
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #37, Melrose, MA 02176
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,775
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 15
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,825
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 15
5d+ ago
Wyoming condo for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
Available Jul 9
5d+ ago
Wyoming apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
Oak Grove - Pine Banks apartment for rent in Melrose
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
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Locals appreciate Melrose, MA for its convenient access to Boston, making it easy for commuters. The parks and schools receive high marks, with many families enjoying the spacious areas for outdoor activities and well-regarded educational institutions. Residents often mention the vibrant downtown area, which features a variety of restaurants and shops. However, some express concerns about parking availability and street maintenance, particularly during winter months.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is $2,433, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $2,838.
Rents in Melrose, MA have generally decreased by about 4% overall. Specifically, 1-bedroom apartments have seen a slight decrease of less than 1%, while 2-bedroom rents have dropped by 7%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Melrose is in November, as it is the least competitive month with lower demand, making it a good time to find deals with less competition.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Melrose, with 52.44% of listings being pet-friendly.
Utilities are included in 10% of the rental listings in Melrose, MA.
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