
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (28 Rentals)
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813-815 1/2 N Poinsettia Pl

942 N Sweetzer Ave

1009 N Hayworth Ave

1050 N Orange Grove 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 | $2,053 | $1,550 | $2,941 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,082 | $1,849 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,195 | $2,395 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,448 | $3,755 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,975 | $5,975 | $5,975 |
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There are currently 28 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 $1,525. Prizma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,899. 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 | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| Prizma | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
| 1009 N Hayworth Ave | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Villa Esther | Executive Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,974 |
| 8011 W. Romaine Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 616 North Sweetzer Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| 7223-7229 Willoughby | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Welcome Home || Newly Upgraded WeHo Apt || FREE RENT! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,131 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA
As of December 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $2.43 price per square foot 454 N Orange Grove Ave Model at 454 N Orange Grove Ave, Unit 456.5 in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 2 Bed + 2 Bath Model at 642 N West Knoll Dr. Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $2.38 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 454 N Orange Grove Ave, Unit 456.5 | 454 N Orange Grove Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 642 N West Knoll Dr. Apartments | 2 Bed + 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Kings Villa | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| 458 N Gardner St | 462 | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Kings Road Towers | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| 633 N Hayworth Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 832 N Detroit St, Unit 3 | 832 N Detroit St | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Welcome Home || Newly Upgraded WeHo Apt || FREE RENT! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 616 North Sweetzer Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 1009 N Hayworth Ave | 1-bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Melrose, Los Angeles, and the greater Los Angeles area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Melrose Neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Melrose?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Melrose is under $2,131.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose?
The cheapest apartment in Melrose is 1009 N Hayworth Ave which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Melrose costs $5,975.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Melrose?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Melrose that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Melrose?
Cheap apartments in Melrose have an average cost of $120 which is $5,855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose.
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