
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA (107 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Melrose area of Melrose that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Melrose Studio Apartments | $2,505 | $1,725 | $6,710 |
Downtown Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,889 | $775 | $7,273 |
Downtown Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,512 | $1,800 | $9,099 |
Downtown Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,523 | $3,250 | $5,500 |
Downtown Melrose 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,063 | $3,650 | $5,995 |
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There are currently 107 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Melrose Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Melrose area of Boston, MA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is J Malden Center with prices starting from $2,524 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Washington Crossing Apartments scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,348. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Melrose apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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J Malden Center | 4/4 | Malden Center | $2,524 |
Washington Crossing Apartments | 4/4 | Walnut Hill | $2,348 |
Altitude Apartments | 3.8/4 | Maplewood | $1,865 |
The Washingtons | 3.4/4 | Oak Grove Pine Banks | $1,659 |
Windsor at Oak Grove | 3.2/4 | Oak Grove Pine Banks | $2,820 |
The Exchange Street Apartments | 3.2/4 | Malden Center | $2,410 |
Corey10 | 3.2/4 | Wyoming | $2,400 |
206 W Emerson St, Unit 2R | 3/4 | Cedar Park | $2,600 |
Windsor Radio Factory | 3/4 | Oak Grove Pine Banks | $2,410 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Melrose
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Melrose of Downtown Melrose is the Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,100 SF) Model at The Washingtons, which is a 2 Beds unit starting from $1,659. The second cheapest Downtown Melrose Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio - Premium Studio unit at Altitude Apartments starting at $1,865. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Melrose apartments:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Washingtons | Two Bedroom Two Bath (1,100 SF) | $1,659 |
Altitude Apartments | Studio - Premium | $1,865 |
Washington Crossing Apartments | Charles 1B1B | $2,348 |
160 Pleasant Street Apartments | Converse | $2,375 |
Corey10 | 05 | $2,400 |
The Exchange Street Apartments | Fellsway | $2,410 |
Windsor Radio Factory | A1L - Mill | $2,410 |
J Malden Center | S01 - Studio | $2,615 |
Windsor at Oak Grove | A2 | $2,870 |
Alta Clara | 1B | $2,917 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Melrose, Melrose, MA
Ranked #5
Among neighborhoods in Melrose, MA 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 Pet Friendly Downtown Melrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Melrose?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Melrose is at The Washingtons listed at $1,659.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Melrose Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Melrose is $3,075.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Melrose Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Melrose is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $5,300 at 480 Fulton St, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Downtown Melrose Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Melrose is currently at 1,435 sq ft.
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