
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA from $900 (41 Rentals)


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199 Belmont St, Unit 2

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12 Mount Vernon St, Unit BASEMENT

63 Fellsway W, Unit 12A

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2 Park Ave, Unit 1

8 Rockwell Terrace

53 Fellsway W, Unit 21
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63 Fellsway W, Unit 3

63 Fellsway W, Unit 6

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392 Ferry St

3 Kent Terrace

17-19 Washington St., Unit 211

52 Newhall St

63 Fellsway W, Unit 19
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12 Russell St, Unit A2-4

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45 Fells Ave

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85 Maple St, Unit 5

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45 Florence St

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64 Maple St, Unit 5

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22 Saint Mary St

349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-6

349 Pleasant St, Unit C-11
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349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-1

90 Maple St, Unit 1

632 Main St

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396 Pleasant St, Unit A2-4

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19 Spring St

39-41 Richardson Ave

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30 Howard St

411 Main St

Cliffside Manor Apartments

Myrtle Street

Warden Place

Andover House

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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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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 119 West Wyoming listed at $2,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose Apartment is $2,095 at 119 West Wyoming.
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 $2,095 at 119 West Wyoming.
What is the most affordable Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Melrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 119 West Wyoming and starts from $2,095.
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