Apartments for Rent by Owner in Melrose, MA (24 Rentals)

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29 Lynde St, Unit 29
$2,700
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$2,700

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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

29 Lynde St, Unit 29

29 Lynde StMelrose, MA 02176
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283 Vinton St, Unit A
$1,850
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$1,850

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$1,850
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283 Vinton St, Unit A

283 Vinton StMelrose, MA 02176
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10 Roosevelt Rd
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 1, 2026

10 Roosevelt Rd

10 Roosevelt RdWakefield, MA 01880
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90 Pierce St, Unit 1
$2,400
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$2,400

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$2,400
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90 Pierce St, Unit 1

90 Pierce StMalden, MA 02148
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25 Pinehurst Rd
$2,900
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$2,900

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$2,900
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 15, 2026

25 Pinehurst Rd

25 Pinehurst RdSaugus, MA 01906
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118 Vine St, Unit 2
$2,600
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$2,600

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$2,600
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118 Vine St, Unit 2

118 Vine StSaugus, MA 01906
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46 Yale Ave, Unit 46A
$3,500
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$3,500

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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Dec 15

46 Yale Ave, Unit 46A

46 Yale AveWakefield, MA 01880
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333 Central St, Unit 1 h
$2,000
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$2,000

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333 Central St, Unit 1 h

333 Central StSaugus, MA 01906
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Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Melrose Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Melrose?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Melrose is at 283 Vinton St, Unit A listed at $1,850.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Melrose Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Melrose is $2,585.

What is the largest For rent By Owner Melrose Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $3,300 at 45 Highland Ave, Unit 2.

What is the average size for Melrose For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Melrose is currently at 990 sq ft.

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