
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (272 Rentals)


Ella

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The Washingtons

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27 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #3

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295 Lebanon St, Unit 2

3 Mt Vernon St

53 Pearl St

148 W Foster St

99 W Wyoming Ave
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4 Chestnut Park

836 Main St

22 Howard St

127 Upham St

32 Tappan St.

51 Lynde St

818 Main St

99 Essex St

29 W Wyoming Ave

43 Waverly Pl
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24 Vinton St

457-485 Pleasant St

37-47 Berwick St

Franklin Manor

24 W Emerson St

14 Essex St

Five24

The Normandy

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Windsor Radio Factory

Windsor at Oak Grove

Cefalo Memorial Complex

36 Warren Street

119 West Wyoming

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

The Exchange Street Apartments
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The Emery at Overlook Ridge

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J Malden Center

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Pleasant Plaza

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Arrive Malden

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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 | $2,299 | $1,200 | $3,600 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,605 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,243 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,099 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, MA is found at The Residences at Stevens Pond in the East Saugus neighborhood and is 1,381 square feet priced from $3,902. The Coolidge Apartments in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,350 square feet and currently listed start at $3,100. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Stevens Pond | The Belmont with Loft | 1,381 Sq Ft | $3,902 |
| The Coolidge Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,350 Sq Ft | $3,100 |
| Windsor Radio Factory | B17 - Mill | 1,310 Sq Ft | $3,755 |
| 27-37 Water St | 2 Bedroom | 1,237 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Pleasant Plaza | Two Bedroom | 1,216 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Altitude Apartments | Twp Bedrooms Two Baths - Premium | 1,200 Sq Ft | $2,520 |
| The Washingtons | Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,200 SF) | 1,200 Sq Ft | $3,502 |
| Alta Clara | 2H | 1,192 Sq Ft | $3,740 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design 2Q - W | 1,185 Sq Ft | $3,010 |
| Atwood | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B6 | 1,160 Sq Ft | $3,671 |
Cheapest Available Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 12, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Melrose, MA is the 2 Model starting from $2,350 at Malden Gardens in the Ferryway neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom Model at Malom Trust Apartments starting at $2,450 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Melrose is currently $3,243. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Malden Gardens | 2 | $2,350 |
| Malom Trust Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $2,450 |
| 27-37 Water St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,475 |
| Towne Estates | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,495 |
| Carlyle House Apartments | Two Bedroom, non-renovated | $2,500 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Two Bedroom, non-renovated | $2,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Melrose with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Melrose is at Malden Gardens listed at $2,350.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Melrose is $3,243.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,381 square feet unit starting from $3,902 at The Residences at Stevens Pond.
What is the average size for Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Melrose is currently 1,138 sq ft.
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