
Homes for Rent in the Downtown Melrose Neighborhood of Melrose, MA (61 Rentals)


340 Main St, Unit 703

3 Mt Vernon St, Unit 4

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96 Upham St, Unit SI ID1534615P

3 Mt Vernon St

59 Greenwood St, Unit 2

21 Greenwood St, Unit 3

191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 10

189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 31

111 Ashland St
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207-209-209 Main St

190 Sylvan St

60 Vinton St

84 Crescent Ave

155 Lebanon St

22 Howard St

793 Main St, Unit 3

116 Grover Rd

1 Glenwood St, Unit 2

13 Holmes St, Unit 13
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67 Cedar St

20 Holmes St, Unit 2

64 Newcomb Rd

289 Elm St, Unit 14

134 Summer St, Unit #39

134 Summer St, Unit #5

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3 Chapel Way, Unit SI ID1387521P

1538 Eastern Ave, Unit 4

1538 Eastern Ave, Unit 10

28 Waite St, Unit 28
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152 Oliver St, Unit 2

134 Summer St, Unit 5

134 Summer St, Unit 47

116 Grover Rd

120 Summer St, Unit 7

21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

525 Highland Ave, Unit 34

525 Highland Ave, Unit 41

120 Summer St, Unit 7

525 Highland Ave, Unit 34
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21 Myrtle St, Unit 5

525 Highland Ave, Unit 41

58 Washington St

334 Washington St

27 Gibson St

72 Cedar Rd N

137 Franklin St

61 Wright St

463 Fulton St

22 Porter St
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Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA Local Guide

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 | $2,811 | $2,295 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,538 | $2,695 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,175 | $3,150 | $5,500 |
| Downtown Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 61 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 210 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Melrose, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,688 to $16,203. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Melrose ranging from $1,485 to $15,000.
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 $1,485 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,032.
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 $2,700 to $5,356, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.
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