
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $500 (118 Rentals)
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TenTen Alfred - Fully Furnished by RH

806 N Poinsettia Pl, Unit 3-5

806 N Poinsettia Pl

625 N Hayworth Ave

729 N Edinburgh Ave, Unit 3/4

629 Hayworth Ave

Queen Monci Apartments

1010 N Crescent Heights Blvd

808 4/5-805 N Poinsettia Pl
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633 Hayworth Ave

633 N Hayworth Ave

960 N. Alfred

710 N Genesee Ave, Unit 10

NVE at Fairfax

700 N Spaulding Ave, Unit 210

912 Croft Ave, Unit 103

Prizma

755 N Sweetzer Ave

819-821 N Alta Vista Blvd
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Sunshine Court

516 Spaulding Ave

Spaulding Apartments

608 N Hayworth Ave

745 N Edinburgh Ave

620 N Sweetzer Ave

813-815 1/2 N Poinsettia Pl

The Blake LA

545 N Hayworth Ave

Romaine Towers
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465 N Orange Grove Ave

1030 North Orange Grove

506 N Flores St

514 N Kings Rd

Sycamore Villas

941 N Martel Ave

1032 N Croft Ave

465 N Curson Ave

718 N Kings Rd

7930 Willoughby Ave
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616 North Sweetzer Avenue

519 N Hayworth Ave

624-628 N Spaulding Ave

512 N Spaulding Ave

725 Hayworth Apartments

7752-7758 Rosewood Ave

1009 N Croft Ave

843 N Hayworth Ave

918 N Vista St

1036 N Genesee 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 | $2,584 | $1,629 | $4,500 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,087 | $1,596 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $1,909 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,936 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 118 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 1 Bed unit found at Marigold West priced from $1,596. TenTen Alfred - Fully Furnished by RH has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,629. 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 | $1,596 |
| TenTen Alfred - Fully Furnished by RH | Private Suite W | Studio,1BA | $1,629 |
| 625 N Hayworth Ave | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Blake LA | Plan SB | Studio,1BA | $1,979 |
| 802 N West Knoll Dr | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Hayworth Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Croft Apartments | Junior Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Villa Esther | Jr. Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,287 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $1.84 price per square foot 1BR/1.5BA Model at 616 North Sweetzer Avenue in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Model at Alfred Atlas by Wiseman starting at $3,295 with a $2.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 616 North Sweetzer Avenue | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Alfred Atlas by Wiseman | 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| 546 N Flores St, Unit 6 | 546 N Flores St | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Kings Road Towers | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath/Den | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| 926 N Sweetzer Ave, Unit 2 | 926 N Sweetzer Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 755 N Sweetzer Ave | 205 | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| 1009 N Hayworth Ave | 2-bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| 556 N Croft Ave, Unit 0 | 556 N Croft Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| 633 N Hayworth Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Marigold West | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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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!
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 $2,287.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Melrose?
The cheapest apartment in Melrose is Marigold West which is listed at $1,596, while the average apartment in Melrose costs $6,470.
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 2 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 $133 which is $6,337 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Melrose.
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