Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA Under $2,000 (64 Rentals)

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283 Vinton St, Unit A
$1,895
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$1,895
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283 Vinton St, Unit A

283 Vinton StMelrose, MA 02176
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property at 99 Essex St

99 Essex St

MelroseMA02176
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51 Granville Ave, Unit 3
$2,000
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51 Granville Ave, Unit 3

51 Granville AveMalden, MA 02148
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19 Washington St S
$1,950 - $2,400
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$1,950 - $2,400
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19 Washington St S

19 Washington St SMalden, MA 02148
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349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18
$1,750
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$1,750
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$1,750
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349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18

349A Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2
$1,050
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$1,050
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$1,050
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167 Main ST, Unit 2-2

167 Main STMalden, MA 02148
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property at 37 Almont St

37 Almont St

MedfordMA02155
property at 53 Lantern Rd

53 Lantern Rd

RevereMA02151

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property at 30 Crescent St

30 Crescent St

WakefieldMA01880
property at 491 Central St

491 Central St

SaugusMA01906
property at 34 Chestnut St

34 Chestnut St

WakefieldMA01880
property at 25 Oakland Ave

25 Oakland Ave

EverettMA02149

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property at 107 Summer St

107 Summer St

MaldenMA02148
property at 195 Pleasant St

195 Pleasant St

MaldenMA02148
property at 121 Hancock St

121 Hancock St

EverettMA02149
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38 Lyme St
2 Bedroom Apartments

38 Lyme St

38 Lyme StMalden, MA 02148
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30 Pomeworth Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

30 Pomeworth Street

30 Pomeworth StStoneham, MA 02180
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Warden Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Warden Place

5 Warden StSaugus, MA 01906

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose

How much are Studio apartments in Melrose?

There are currently 144 Studio Apartments in Melrose with rent ranges from $1,575 to $4,065 with an average price of $2,301.

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 $1,050 to $8,557 with an average monthly rent of $2,610.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Melrose range from $2,050 to $19,015. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,355.

How expensive are Melrose Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 72 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Melrose on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,700 to $20,649 - averaging $3,985 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.