
Studio Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA (156 Rentals)


Melrose Towers Condominium

232 Tremont St

26 W Wyoming Ave

Brickstone Park Condominiums

13 Vine St

306-314 Main St

569 Franklin St

43-47 Forest St

15 East St
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56 W Wyoming Ave

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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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Residences @ Malden Station

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Carlyle House Apartments

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Atwood

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Avana Cliffside

Parkwood Apartments

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180 Pleasant St

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67 Washington St, Unit 102

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57 Linden Ave, Unit 5

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22 Saint Mary St

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21 Elm St, Unit A1
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347 Pleasant St

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171 Washington St

Furnished Studio-Boston - Saugus

17-19 Washington St., Unit 306

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-21

44 Glendale St, Unit B

349 Pleasant St, Unit C-26

17-19 Washington St., Unit 206

17-19 Washington St., Unit 412

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19
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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 | $2,369 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,724 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,352 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $975 | $6,405 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,903 | $900 | $9,805 |
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Largest Available Melrose Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Melrose, MA is found at Altitude Apartments in the East Saugus neighborhood and is 600 square feet priced from $1,836. Avana Cliffside in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 600 square feet and currently listed start at $2,085. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | 600 Sq Ft | $1,836 |
| Avana Cliffside | S1AR | 600 Sq Ft | $2,085 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EF - W | 580 Sq Ft | $2,202 |
| Atwood | Studio-S1 | 563 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| The Devon at Weiss Farm | Studio | 535 Sq Ft | $2,464 |
| Residences @ Malden Station | Studio - F0A | 530 Sq Ft | $3,011 |
Cheapest Available Melrose Studio Apartments
As of August 03, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Melrose, MA is the Studio - Premium Model starting from $1,688 at Altitude Apartments in the East Saugus neighborhood. The second most affordable Melrose Studio is the Design EA - W Model at The Chase at Overlook Ridge starting at $1,973 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Melrose is currently $2,369. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Melrose:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | $1,688 |
| The Chase at Overlook Ridge | Design EA - W | $1,973 |
| Avana Cliffside | S1AR | $2,099 |
| Avalon Saugus | SM04 | $2,243 |
| Atwood | Studio-S1 | $2,350 |
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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 Altitude Apartments listed at $1,688.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Melrose is $2,369.
What is the largest available Studio Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Melrose is a 600 square feet unit starting from $1,836 at Altitude Apartments.
What is the average size for Melrose Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Melrose is currently 526 sq ft.
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