
Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA Under $1,200 (2 Rentals)

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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 | $2,211 | $1,695 | $6,774 |
Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,615 | $775 | $7,129 |
Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,290 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,666 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,291 | $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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose
How much are Studio apartments in Melrose?
There are currently 54 Studio Apartments in Melrose with rent ranges from $1,695 to $6,774 with an average price of $2,211.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Melrose Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Melrose ranges from $775 to $7,129 with an average monthly rent of $2,615.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Melrose range from $1,800 to $11,015. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,290.
How expensive are Melrose Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 74 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Melrose on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,600 to $16,222 - averaging $3,666 for the location.
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