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Towne Estates
209 Pleasant StMelrose, MA 02176
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The Washingtons
2 Washington StMelrose, MA 02176
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$2,375 - $2,850
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Base Rent$2,375 - $2,850
Total Monthly Price$2,375 - $2,850
Corey10
10 Corey StMelrose, MA 02176
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10 Chestnut St, Unit 3
10 Chestnut StMelrose, MA 02176
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288 Main St
288 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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1151 Franklin St
1151 Franklin StMelrose, MA 02176
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Five24
524-530 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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The Normandy
175 W Wyoming AveMelrose, MA 02176
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3-5 E Foster St
3-5 E Foster StMelrose, MA 02176
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Woodbridge Heights
974 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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24 Vinton St
24 Vinton StMelrose, MA 02176
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818 Main St
818 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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40 Vine St
40 Vine StMelrose, MA 02176
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99 Essex St
99 Essex StMelrose, MA 02176
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15 Vine St
15 Vine StMelrose, MA 02176
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35-37 Hurd St
35-37 Hurd StMelrose, MA 02176
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The Normandy
189-195 W Wyoming AveMelrose, MA 02176
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32 Tappan St.
32 Tappan StMelrose, MA 02176
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119 West Wyoming
119 W Wyoming AveMelrose, MA 02176
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APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge
585 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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Windsor Radio Factory
1000 Stone PlMelrose, MA 02176
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Windsor at Oak Grove
12 Island Hill AveMelrose, MA 02176
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Cochran House
80 Grove StMelrose, MA 02176
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Fuller House
99 Cottage StMelrose, MA 02176
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Waverly Apartments
215-233 Essex StMelrose, MA 02176
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Cefalo Memorial Complex
245 W Wyoming AveMelrose, MA 02176
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C.J. McCarthy Apartments
910 Main StMelrose, MA 02176
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Congregational Retirement Homes I II III
200 W Foster StMelrose, MA 02176
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186 W Wyoming Ave
186 W Wyoming AveMelrose, MA 02176
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The Essex
16 Essex StMelrose, MA 02176
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$2,457 - $2,952
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Base Rent$2,457 - $3,322
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NOBO
860 BroadwaySaugus, MA 01906
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$2,565 - $2,915
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Base Rent$2,410 - $3,825
Total Monthly Price$2,410 - $3,825
The Exchange Street Apartments
100-150 Exchange StMalden, MA 02148
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$2,550 - $2,910
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Base Rent$2,425 - $3,745
Total Monthly Price$2,425 - $3,745
160 Pleasant Street Apartments
160 Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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$2,226 - $2,598
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The Chase at Overlook Ridge
11 Overlook Ridge DrRevere, MA 02151
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$2,126 - $2,696
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Base Rent$1,688 - $3,091
Total Monthly Price$1,688 - $3,091
Altitude Apartments
211 Kennedy DrMalden, MA 02148
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$2,376 - $2,868
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Residences at Stevens Pond
1 Founders WaySaugus, MA 01906
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$2,984 - $3,909
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The Devon at Weiss Farm
168 Franklin StStoneham, MA 02180
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$2,505 - $2,830
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Base Rent$2,370 - $4,524
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The Emery at Overlook Ridge
21 Quarry LnMalden, MA 02148
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$2,395 - $2,966
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Base Rent$2,395 - $3,530
Required Monthly Fees$106
Total Monthly Price$2,501 - $3,636
Avalon Saugus
861 BroadwaySaugus, MA 01906
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$2,350 - $3,200
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Essex Landing Saugus
1565 BroadwaySaugus, MA 01906
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$3,038 - $3,628
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Base Rent$2,752 - $3,853
Total Monthly Price$2,752 - $3,853
J Malden Center
190 Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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$2,695 - $2,740
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Base Rent$2,695 - $3,295
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The Point @180
180 Eastern AveMalden, MA 02148
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$2,250 - $2,550
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Base Rent$2,250 - $2,800
Total Monthly Price$2,250 - $2,800
Malden Towers
99 Florence StMalden, MA 02148
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$2,615 - $2,975
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Base Rent$2,615 - $3,525
Total Monthly Price$2,615 - $3,525
Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge
10 Overlook Ridge DrMalden, MA 02148
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$2,895 - $3,680
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Base Rent$2,690 - $4,430
Total Monthly Price$2,690 - $4,430
Malden Square Apartments
480 Main StMalden, MA 02148
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$2,300 - $2,375
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Base Rent$2,300 - $2,750
Total Monthly Price$2,300 - $2,750
Pleasant Plaza
36 Dartmouth StMalden, MA 02148
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Melrose, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,287 | $1,600 | $3,610 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,729 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,934 | $2,800 | $8,290 |
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Largest Available Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, MA is found at Altitude Apartments in the East Saugus neighborhood and is 1,100 square feet priced from $2,696. J Malden Center in the Ferryway neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,016 square feet and currently listed start at $3,453. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Two Bedroom 1.5 Baths - Premium | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,696 |
| J Malden Center | B03 - 1 bed/1 bath with den | 1,016 Sq Ft | $3,453 |
| Avalon Saugus | AM10L | 978 Sq Ft | $2,826 |
| RE150 | A3 | 933 Sq Ft | $3,592 |
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 1BRL5 | 900 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Alta Clara | 1E1 | 899 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
| Grayson Lofts | A10D | 891 Sq Ft | $3,193 |
| Atwood | 1 Bed/1 Bath Den-A1D | 887 Sq Ft | $3,023 |
| Essex Landing Saugus | One Bedroom | 845 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| Windsor at Oak Grove | A3 | 838 Sq Ft | $2,997 |
Cheapest Available Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, MA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,850 at 2 Granite in the Ferryway neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose 1 Bedroom is the 50 High Model at APTS in Everett, Malden, Chelsea & Boston starting at $1,900 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melrose is currently $2,729. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Granite | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,850 |
| APTS in Everett, Malden, Chelsea & Boston | 50 High | $1,900 |
| 119 West Wyoming | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,950 |
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What is the Cheapest apartment in Melrose with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Melrose is at 2 Granite listed at $1,850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is $2,729.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $2,696 at Altitude Apartments.
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The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melrose is currently 2,004 sq ft.
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