
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA (225 Rentals)


Emerson Arms Apartments

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The Washingtons

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Windsor Radio Factory

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Windsor at Oak Grove

Corey10

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40 Hurd St, Unit 1

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197 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #2

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43 Union St, Unit #1

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47 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 7
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10 Chestnut St, Unit 3

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330 Swains Pond Ave, Unit 330

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40 Hurd St

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223 Essex St, Unit 4

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283 Vinton St, Unit A

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93 Meridian St, Unit 2

51 Mt Vernon St

10 Chestnut St

37 Crystal St
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51 Lynde St

506-512-512 Franklin St

150 Green St

53 Pearl St

22 Linden Rd

126 W Wyoming Ave

288 Main St

22 Howard St

513-517-517 Franklin St
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112 Lynde St

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The Devon at Weiss Farm

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The Residences at Stevens Pond

Avalon Saugus

The Emery at Overlook Ridge

Altitude Apartments

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Avana Cliffside

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Alta Clara

Melrose Terrace
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48 Pleasant Street

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21 Mount Vernon Park, Unit 2

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90 Pierce St, Unit 1

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15 Bowman St, Unit #1

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25 Chestnut St, Unit 1L

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34 Page St, Unit 1

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41 Baker St, Unit 41

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67 Washington St, Unit 102
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Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,722 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,790 | $1,725 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,175 | $2,050 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,285 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,658 | $3,000 | $4,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Melrose, Melrose, MA
Ranked #5
Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood in Melrose, MA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 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 Downtown Melrose
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Melrose?
There are currently 65 Studio Apartments in Downtown Melrose with rent ranges from $1,800 to $21,928 with an average price of $2,722.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Melrose Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Melrose ranges from $1,725 to $18,935 with an average monthly rent of $2,790.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Melrose cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Melrose range from $2,050 to $16,566. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,175.
How expensive are Downtown Melrose Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 26 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Melrose on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,600 to $20,649 - averaging $4,285 for the location.
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