
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA (266 Rentals)


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Ella

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Emerson Arms Apartments

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The Washingtons

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34 S High St, Unit 34 S High St

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197 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #2

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10 Chestnut St, Unit 3

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27 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #3

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147 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 2R
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179 Green St, Unit #408

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23 Rockland St, Unit 23 Rockland Street

104 W Emerson St, Unit 5a

340 Main St, Unit 703

3 Mt Vernon St, Unit 4

3 Mt Vernon St

59 Greenwood St, Unit 2

191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 10

189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 31

10 Chestnut St
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241 Tremont St

27 Sears Ave

40 Hurd St

1-3 Linwood Ave

14 E Wyoming Ave

137 Lynde St

112 W Emerson St

822 Main St

51 Mt Vernon St

25 W Wyoming Ave
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272 Tremont St

96 Upham St

60 Vinton St

84 Crescent Ave

22 Howard St

190 Sylvan St

155 Lebanon St

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The Devon at Weiss Farm

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Residences at Stevens Pond

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Avalon Saugus

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Malom Trust Apartments

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Avana Cliffside

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Pomeworth Corner

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Alta Clara

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Melrose Terrace

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Gardencrest Apartments

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48 Pleasant Street

793 Main St, Unit 3

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32 Pond St, Unit 2
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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 | $2,111 | $1,688 | $2,572 |
| Downtown Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,877 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,524 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,976 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,267 | $2,800 | $8,138 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,820 | $2,295 | $4,200 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,777 | $2,695 | $5,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,322 | $3,150 | $5,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $9,950 | $4,900 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Melrose
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Melrose area of Melrose, MA?
As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 266 available Downtown Melrose apartments priced from $1,688 to $18,885, with an average monthly rent of $3,311.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Melrose?
There are currently 60 Studio Apartments in Downtown Melrose with rent ranges from $1,688 to $2,572 with an average price of $2,111.
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 $1,750 to $10,711 with an average monthly rent of $2,877.
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 $1,900 to $16,203. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,524.
How expensive are Downtown Melrose Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 19 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Melrose on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,700 to $13,252 - averaging $3,976 for the location.
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