
New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (5 Rentals)
Rental terms in Melrose as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


J Malden Center
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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 | $2,279 | $1,695 | $6,927 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,660 | $1,150 | $8,797 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $1,700 | $9,600 |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,674 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,007 | $3,200 | $5,800 |
Melrose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,275 | $2,950 | $6,700 |
Melrose 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,208 | $6,250 | $7,975 |
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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 Short-term Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Melrose is at Malden Square Apartments listed at $2,380.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Melrose is $4,302.
What is the largest Short-term Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 1,714 square feet unit starting from $2,435 at Windsor Radio Factory.
What is the average size for Melrose Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Melrose is currently at 571 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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