How much is the average rent in Melrose, MA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is $2,433, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $2,838.

Are rents going up or down in Melrose, MA?

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%.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Melrose, MA?

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.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Melrose, MA?

Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Melrose, with 52.44% of listings being pet-friendly.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Melrose, MA?

Utilities are included in 10% of the rental listings in Melrose, MA.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA

25 rentals

5d+ ago

Cheap Malden Center apartment for rent in Malden

349 Pleasant St #A1-2, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

Studio

1 bath

$1,800

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

1d ago

8.1

Very good

West of One

810 Washington Ave, Malden, MA 02151

Affordable

Studio–1 bed

1–2 baths

$2,000–$3,200

Apartment for rent

Pleasant St. & Pearl #B2-2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Malden Center apartment for rent in Malden

Pleasant St. & Pearl #B2-2, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable

1 bed

1 bath

$2,100

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

Residences @ Malden Station - Photo 1 of 1

Highly rated

3h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Residences @ Malden Station

138 Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,272–$3,502

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Business Center

Fireplace

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

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2d ago

Excellent

10 Florence Street

10 Florence St, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | Garage parking | On-site management

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,295–$2,995

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Management

1d ago

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170 Maple St #209, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$2,300

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$2,200

32 Tappan St

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$2,272–$3,502

Malden Center

2h ago

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134 Summer St #7, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,300

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Highly rated

Rent special

2d ago

9.7

Excellent

Verified

Avalon Saugus

861 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,325–$3,380

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

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134 Summer St #34, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,400

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Cliftondale apartment for rent in Saugus

42 Essex Street, Saugus, MA

42 Essex Street, Saugus, MA 01906

Affordable | Assigned parking | Central heat

2 beds

1 bath

$2,400

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 11

Top amenities

Central Heat

On-Site Laundry

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$2,200

Wyoming

N/A

Malden Center

$2,430–$2,470

Oakland Vale

$2,100

Malden Center

4d ago

Cheap Maplewood apartment for rent in Malden

100 Ferry Street #6, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,500

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

Large, Renovated 2 BR * DW+Disp * Parking * Heat + HW incl

15 East St #1R, Melrose, MA 02176

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,500

Apartment for rent

Available Apr 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

4d ago

Cheap Maplewood apartment for rent in Malden

503 Broadway #6, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,600

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

On-Site Laundry

2h ago

Verified

Medford/Fellsway 2 Bedroom - New Construction - Parking

289 Fellsway W #1, Medford, MA 02155

Affordable | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$2,700

Apartment for rent

Available Jan 15

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

1d ago

Verified

475 Highland Ave #3, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

Apartment for rent

Available May 1

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Verified

$2,900 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Melrose With Great Amenities

23 W Wyoming Ave #6, Melrose, MA 02176

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$2,900

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 9

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134 Summer St #45, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$2,950

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

Top amenities

Elevator

On-Site Laundry

Highly rated

2d ago

8.8

Very good

Alta Clara

21 Executive Dr, Stoneham, MA 02180

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,079–$5,041

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

2d ago

9.4

Excellent

Verified

861 Broadway

861 Broadway #1404A, Saugus, MA 01906

Affordable | Assigned parking | Furnished

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$3,400–$4,350

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Furnished

Microwave

Wi-Fi

5d+ ago

Verified

$3,500 - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment In Saugus With Great Amenities

98 Winter St #2, Saugus, MA 01906

Affordable | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

3 beds

2 baths

$3,500

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

12h ago

Cheap Malden Center apartment for rent in Malden

Pleasant St, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable

2 beds

2 baths

$3,535

Apartment for rent

Available Feb 10

2h ago

Verified

34 Russell St #2, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

4 beds

2 baths

$3,800

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Maplewood townhouse for rent in Malden

435 Lebanon Street #1, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

3 beds

2 baths

$4,000

House for rent

Available Apr 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Ceiling Fan

3D tour

5d+ ago

Cheap townhouse for rent in Malden

465 Fellsway E #465, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

3 baths

$4,000

House for rent

Available May 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Maplewood apartment for rent in Malden

68 Elwell Street, Malden, MA 02148

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

4 beds

2 baths

$4,150

Apartment for rent

Available Sep 1

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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