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519 N Gardner StLos Angeles, CA 90036
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519 N Gardner StLos Angeles, CA 90036
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Melrose, Los Angeles, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,474 | $1,550 | $4,500 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,624 | $1,312 | $4,400 |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,716 | $1,909 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,116 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,533 | $5,533 | $5,533 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Marigold West priced from $1,312. 942 N Sweetzer Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marigold West | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,312 |
| 942 N Sweetzer Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
| 1042 Stanley | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $2.25 price per square foot 449 N Hayworth Ave Model at 449 N Hayworth Ave, Unit 451 in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 457 N Spaulding Ave Model at 457 N Spaulding Ave starting at $4,500 with a $2.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 449 N Hayworth Ave, Unit 451 | 449 N Hayworth Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 457 N Spaulding Ave | 457 N Spaulding Ave | Studio ,2BA | $2.65 |
| 455 N Spaulding Ave | 455 N Spaulding Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| 630 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 632.5 | 630 N Spaulding Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 960 N. Alfred | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Kings Road Towers | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| 846 N Sweetzer Ave, Unit 846 N Sweetzer Ave #2 | 846 N Sweetzer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 633 N Hayworth Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| 1032 N Croft Ave | 2Beds/1BathUpdated | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Marigold West | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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 $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose?
The cheapest apartment in Melrose is Marigold West which is listed at $1,312, while the average apartment in Melrose costs $99,999.
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 $174 which is $99,825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose.
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