
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (262 Rentals)


119 West Wyoming

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The Washingtons

Corey10

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223 Essex St, Unit 1

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147 W Wyoming Ave

822 Main St

150 Green St

3-5 E Foster St

The Normandy
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Five24

288 Main St

1151 Franklin St

Woodbridge Heights

24 Vinton St

818 Main St

40 Vine St

99 Essex St

15 Vine St

35-37 Hurd St
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32 Tappan St.

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Windsor at Oak Grove

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Fuller House

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C.J. McCarthy Apartments

186 W Wyoming Ave

The Essex

NOBO

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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

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The Residences at Stevens Pond

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The Devon at Weiss Farm

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160 Pleasant Street Apartments

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Avalon Saugus
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The Emery at Overlook Ridge

Essex Landing Saugus

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J Malden Center

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The Point @180

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Malden Square Apartments

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Pleasant Plaza

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Malden Towers

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,296 | $1,600 | $3,360 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,356 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,524 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,911 | $900 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, MA is found at NOBO in the East Saugus neighborhood and is 983 square feet priced from $3,002. Avalon Saugus has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 978 square feet and currently listed start at $3,181. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOBO | A3 | 983 Sq Ft | $3,002 |
| Avalon Saugus | AM10L | 978 Sq Ft | $3,181 |
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 1BR/1.0BA | 925 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Alta Clara | 1E1 | 899 Sq Ft | $3,305 |
| The Washingtons | One Bedroom One Bath (862 SF) | 862 Sq Ft | $2,813 |
| Essex Landing Saugus | One Bedroom | 845 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design 1O - W | 837 Sq Ft | $2,603 |
| The Devon at Weiss Farm | One Bed Den | 820 Sq Ft | $3,382 |
| The Residences at Stevens Pond | The Appleton | 817 Sq Ft | $2,635 |
| Corey10 | 06 | 811 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
Cheapest Available Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 28, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, MA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,095 at 119 West Wyoming in the Greenwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom - Premium Model at Altitude Apartments starting at $2,099 in the East Saugus neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Melrose is currently $2,701. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 119 West Wyoming | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,095 |
| Altitude Apartments | One Bedroom - Premium | $2,099 |
| 27-37 Water St | 1 Bedroom | $2,100 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,170 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Melrose with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Melrose is at 119 West Wyoming listed at $2,095.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is $2,701.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 983 square feet unit starting from $3,002 at NOBO.
What is the average size for Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Melrose is currently 1,655 sq ft.
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