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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Excellent location
- Super charming apartments
- Heat and hot water included
Location
223 Essex St #26, Melrose, MA 02176, USA|Downtown Melrose
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Oksana Palenga
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Amenities for 223 Essex St #26, Downtown Melrose
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK |
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
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Security deposits may be refundable, however, be sure to discuss with your landlord and check your lease agreement for specific terms. Always meet the landlord in person. Always tour the property. Never wire any money.
$1,850
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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SITUATIONAL FEES
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 223 Essex St #26
An excellent location in Melrose—super charming apartments with hardwood floors, natural light, and great layouts. Heat and hot water are included, and there is very easy access to major highways and commuter rail. No Fee!
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Melrose |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02176 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Melrose
1-bedroom apartments at 223 Essex St #26 cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Downtown Melrose.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Downtown Melrose
Melrose
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,000 |
| July 2024 | $2,012 |
| August 2024 | $2,238 |
| September 2024 | $2,247 |
| October 2024 | $2,042 |
| November 2024 | $2,187 |
| December 2024 | $2,173 |
| January 2025 | $2,021 |
| February 2025 | $2,117 |
| March 2025 | $2,198 |
| April 2025 | $2,135 |
| May 2025 | $1,968 |
| June 2025 | $2,590 |
| July 2025 | $2,713 |
| August 2025 | $2,696 |
| September 2025 | $2,416 |
| October 2025 | $1,799 |
| November 2025 | $1,832 |
| December 2025 | $2,066 |
| January 2026 | $2,052 |
| February 2026 | $2,010 |
| March 2026 | $2,000 |
| April 2026 | $2,056 |
| May 2026 | $2,090 |
| June 2026 | $2,025 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,795 |
| July 2024 | $1,795 |
| August 2024 | $1,795 |
| September 2024 | $2,123 |
| October 2024 | $2,073 |
| November 2024 | $2,186 |
| December 2024 | $2,195 |
| January 2025 | $1,830 |
| February 2025 | $1,850 |
| March 2025 | $2,060 |
| April 2025 | $2,018 |
| May 2025 | $1,960 |
| June 2025 | $2,288 |
| July 2025 | $2,650 |
| August 2025 | $2,200 |
| December 2025 | $2,700 |
| January 2026 | $2,026 |
| February 2026 | $1,894 |
| March 2026 | $1,898 |
| April 2026 | $1,887 |
| May 2026 | $1,900 |
| June 2026 | $1,850 |
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Can I afford to live at 223 Essex St #26?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 223 Essex St #26
Lincoln Elementary School
80 west wyoming ave
melrose, MA, 2176
K-5Public
A-
Roosevelt Elementary School
253 vinton st
melrose, MA, 2176
K-5Public
A
Early Childhood Center
16 franklin st
melrose, MA, 2176
PK, KPublic
B+
Winthrop Elementary School
162 first st
melrose, MA, 2176
K-5Public
A
Horace Mann Elementary School
40 damon ave
melrose, MA, 2176
K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Melrose near 223 Essex St #26
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 223 Essex St #26, Melrose
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several 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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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