
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose Neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA from $1,000 (35 Rentals)
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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 |
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Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,508 | $1,599 | $2,916 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,972 | $1,737 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,049 | $2,349 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,995 | $3,895 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 35 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 $1,599. The Blake LA has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,669. Here are the most affordable Melrose apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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942 N Sweetzer Ave | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
The Blake LA | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,669 |
1042 Stanley | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,737 |
North Vista 4 | N Vista 4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
La Ventana | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Croft Apartments | Junior Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
941 N Martel Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose, CA
As of August 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 711 N. Sweetzer Ave in the in the Mid Wilshire neighborhood starting from $2,798. The second greatest value Melrose apartment is the 556 Kings N Rd Model at 556 Kings N Rd, Unit Kings #5 starting at $2,995 with a $2.50 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. |
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711 N. Sweetzer Ave | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
556 Kings N Rd, Unit Kings #5 | 556 Kings N Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
7707 Romaine St, Unit 4 | 7707 Romaine St | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
709 N Harper Ave, Unit 709 Harper | 709 N Harper Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Kings Villa | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
Over 1,000 SF at Kings Road Arms | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
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 |
1049 N Stanley Ave, Unit 10 | 1049 N Stanley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
North Vista 4 | N Vista 4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,599.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $1,737 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 $2,595 at Harper Arms.
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 857 N Hayworth Ave and starts from $5,625.
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