
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (289 Rentals)


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15 East St

148 W Foster St

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453 Franklin St

17 Avon St

116 W Emerson St

22 Howard St

126 W Wyoming Ave

112 Lynde St

32 Tappan St.

818 Main St

24 Vinton St

457-485 Pleasant St
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29 W Wyoming Ave

43 Waverly Pl

Woodbridge Heights

The Normandy

Franklin Manor

37-47 Berwick St

99 Essex St

Five24

14 Essex St
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24 W Emerson St

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Cefalo Memorial Complex

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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 | $2,084 | $1,595 | $3,655 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,439 | $700 | $5,859 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,138 | $2,100 | $7,383 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,489 | $850 | $7,917 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,845 | $1,050 | $5,200 |
| Melrose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,298 | $4,000 | $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 Malden Towers in the Ferryway neighborhood and is 1,596 square feet priced from $2,900. APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,350 square feet and currently listed start at $2,985. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malden Towers | Duplex | 1,596 Sq Ft | $2,900 |
| APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,350 Sq Ft | $2,985 |
| Windsor Radio Factory | B17 - Mill | 1,310 Sq Ft | $3,957 |
| Northgate Apartments | Two Bedroom Loft | 1,278 Sq Ft | $2,815 |
| The Residences at Stevens Pond | The Taylor Townhome | 1,275 Sq Ft | $3,615 |
| Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge | B8 | 1,275 Sq Ft | $3,325 |
| The Exchange Street Apartments | Highland | 1,237 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| 27-37 Water St | 2 Bedroom | 1,237 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Alta Clara | 2G | 1,220 Sq Ft | $5,906 |
| Pleasant Plaza | Two Bedroom | 1,216 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
Cheapest Available Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 14, 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 Two Bedroom Model at Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included starting at $2,400 in the Greenwood neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Melrose is currently $3,138. 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 |
| Wakefield one, two, and three bedrooms with heating included | Two Bedroom | $2,400 |
| Malom Trust Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $2,450 |
| Towne Estates | Two Bedroom One Bathroom | $2,460 |
| 27-37 Water St | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,475 |
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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 $3,138.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,596 square feet unit starting from $2,900 at Malden Towers.
What is the average size for Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Melrose is currently 1,206 sq ft.
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