
Homes for Rent in Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA (76 Rentals)


128 Trenton St

137 Green St, Unit 2

391 Pleasant St, Unit 307

977 Main St

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96 Upham St, Unit SI ID1534615P

3 Mt Vernon St

824 Main St

191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 4

191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 11
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126 Green St

76 Lynde Ave

59 Park St

569 Franklin St

46 Goss Ave

76 Granite St

1117 Main St, Unit 1

4 Melrose St, Unit #3

295 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 1A

64 Newcomb Rd
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209 Washington St

13 Garden St

51 Clark St, Unit #2

289 Elm St, Unit 14

20 Holmes St, Unit 2

40 Sturges St, Unit 1

67 Cedar St

841 Fellsway W

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3 Chapel Way, Unit SI ID1387521P

134 Summer St, Unit #44
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36 Gould St

26 Porter St, Unit 3

11 Kenmore Rd, Unit 2

134 Summer St, Unit #32

134 Summer St, Unit 44

134 Summer St, Unit 5

134 Summer St, Unit 32

28 Spring St, Unit 1

62 Crestview Dr

674 Main St, Unit 2
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120 Summer St, Unit 11

525 Highland Ave, Unit 45

120 Summer St, Unit 6

120 Summer St, Unit 10

320 Fellsview Terrace

6 Philips Rd

141 Pierce St

57 Beltran St

95 Clifton St

1 Rockingham Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Melrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,965 | $2,450 | $4,250 |
| Downtown Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,835 | $2,400 | $6,500 |
| Downtown Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,314 | $3,150 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Melrose, Melrose, MA
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Melrose
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Melrose?
There are currently 219 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melrose, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $31,500. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Melrose ranging from $1,700 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Melrose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Melrose ranges from $1,700 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,018.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Melrose?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Melrose range from $2,800 to $4,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,895.
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