
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (135 Rentals)
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TenTen Alfred - Fully Furnished by RH

7315 Willoughby Ave

806 N Poinsettia Pl

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819 Alta Vista N Blvd, Unit 2

629 Hayworth Ave

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832 N Hayworth Ave, Unit 1

8407 Clinton Ave, Unit 5

833 N Formosa Ave

1010 N Crescent Heights Blvd
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808 2/5-805 N Poinsettia Pl

833 1/3 N Formosa Ave

831 1/4 N Formosa Ave

1001 N Curson Ave ( 7609 Romaine )

812 N Fuller Ave

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519 N Hayworth Ave

633 Hayworth Ave

633 N Hayworth Ave
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7229 Willoughby Ave

7223-7229 Willoughby

739 N Sweetzer Ave, Unit 7

710 N Genesee Ave, Unit 10

618 Hayworth Ave, Unit 4

700 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 210

652 Hayworth Ave

639 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 639.5

1032 N Genesee Ave

755 N Sweetzer Ave
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547 N Flores St

819-821 N Alta Vista Blvd

Sunshine Court

516 Spaulding Ave

625 N Hayworth Ave

8011 W. Romaine Street

937 N Orange Grove Ave

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608 N Hayworth Ave

745 N Edinburgh Ave
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620 N Sweetzer Ave

813-815 1/2 N Poinsettia Pl

The Blake LA

545 N Hayworth Ave

465 N Orange Grove Ave

1030 North Orange Grove

506 N Flores St

514 N Kings Rd

Sycamore Villas

941 N Martel Ave
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Melrose, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,522 | $1,550 | $4,500 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,401 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,111 | $4,595 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 135 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheapest Available Melrose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at 942 N Sweetzer Ave priced from $1,550. TenTen Alfred - Fully Furnished by RH has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,599. Here are the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 942 N Sweetzer Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| TenTen Alfred - Fully Furnished by RH | Private Suite W | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| 8011 W. Romaine Street | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 937 N Orange Grove Ave | 0+1 | Studio,1BA | $1,829 |
| 1042 Stanley | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,912 |
| The Blake LA | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $1,937 |
| Villa Esther | Jr. Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,946 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $2.95 price per square foot Tri-West Home Model at 624 N West Knoll Dr in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 630 N Spaulding Ave Model at 630 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 632.5 starting at $3,395 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 624 N West Knoll Dr | Tri-West Home | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 630 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 632.5 | 630 N Spaulding Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 709 N Harper Ave, Unit 709 Harper | 709 N Harper Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Kings Road Towers | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath/Den | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| 640 N Vista St, Unit 640 | 640 N Vista St | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 616 North Sweetzer Avenue | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.36 |
| 547 N Flores St | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| 633 N Hayworth Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 1027 N Edinburgh Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| 7315 Willoughby Ave, Unit 7315 | 7315 Willoughby Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose is at 942 N Sweetzer Ave listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $1,912 at 1042 Stanley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is starting from $2,400 at 1022 N Vista St.
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