Gated Luxury Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (21 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Melrose with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

Emerson Arms Apartments

Windsor Radio Factory

206 W Emerson St, Unit 2R

The Exchange Street Apartments
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160 Pleasant Street Apartments

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

J Malden Center

Malden Square Apartments

Quarrystone At Overlook Ridge
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Altitude Apartments

Rumney Flats

Residences @ Malden Station

Malden Gardens
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Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,216 | $1,695 | $6,774 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $775 | $7,129 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,670 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,278 | $3,200 | $5,800 |
Melrose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,230 | $3,000 | $6,800 |
Melrose 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,328 | $6,995 | $7,995 |
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Getting Around Melrose, MA
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Melrose is at Altitude Apartments listed at $1,865.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Melrose is $3,245.
What is the largest Gated Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,900 square feet unit starting from $2,400 at Malden Towers.
What is the average size for Melrose Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Melrose is currently at 619 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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