
Studio Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (165 Rentals)


340 Main St

Melrose Towers Condominium

569 Franklin St

15 East St

288 Main St

Five24

232 Tremont St

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43-47 Forest St
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26 W Wyoming Ave

13 Vine St

306-314 Main St

32 Tappan St.

56 W Wyoming Ave

Fuller House

Congregational Retirement Homes I II III

C.J. McCarthy Apartments

119 West Wyoming

Windsor Radio Factory
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The Chase at Overlook Ridge

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The Devon at Weiss Farm

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The Emery at Overlook Ridge

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Avalon Saugus

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J Malden Center

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Arrive Malden

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Atwood

RE150

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Carlyle House Apartments

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Parkwood Apartments

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67 Washington St, Unit 102

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44 Maple St
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57 Linden Ave, Unit 5

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171 Washington St

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21 Elm St, Unit A1

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347 Pleasant St

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49 Walnut St, Unit 49 Walnut Street

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456 Salem St

Furnished Studio-Boston - Saugus

182 Central St, Unit 1

257 Washington Ave, Unit 1

349 Pleasant St, Unit C-26
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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 | $2,329 | $1,200 | $4,281 |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,402 | $950 | $6,160 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,284 | $2,895 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Melrose Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Melrose, MA is found at J Malden Center in the Ferryway neighborhood and is 702 square feet priced from $2,835. Altitude Apartments in the East Saugus neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 600 square feet and currently listed start at $1,783. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| J Malden Center | S03 - Studio | 702 Sq Ft | $2,835 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | 600 Sq Ft | $1,783 |
| Atwood | Studio-S2 | 585 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EF - W | 580 Sq Ft | $2,202 |
| The Emery at Overlook Ridge | S2 | 538 Sq Ft | $2,285 |
| The Devon at Weiss Farm | Studio | 535 Sq Ft | $2,545 |
| Avalon Saugus | SM04 | 511 Sq Ft | $2,355 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio, renovated | 500 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Residences @ Malden Station | Studio - E0D | 455 Sq Ft | $2,685 |
| Arrive Malden | Fayette | 430 Sq Ft | $2,229 |
Cheapest Available Melrose Studio Apartments
As of June 18, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Melrose, MA is the Studio, non-renovated Model starting from $1,700 at Parkwood Apartments in the Ferryway neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose Studio is the Studio, non-renovated (Exeter) Model at Carlyle House Apartments starting at $1,700 in the West Revere neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Melrose is currently $2,329. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio, non-renovated | $1,700 |
| Carlyle House Apartments | Studio, non-renovated (Exeter) | $1,700 |
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | $1,783 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA - W | $1,973 |
| Northgate Apartments | Studio | $1,980 |
| Arrive Malden | Fayette | $2,229 |
| The Emery at Overlook Ridge | S2 | $2,285 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Melrose with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Melrose is at Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,700.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Melrose is $2,329.
What is the largest available Studio Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 702 square feet unit starting from $2,835 at J Malden Center.
What is the average size for Melrose Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Melrose is currently 616 sq ft.
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