
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fells Neighborhood of Melrose, MA from $1,600 (41 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fells area of Melrose.


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10 Chestnut St, Unit 3

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40 Hurd St

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40 Hurd St, Unit 1

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Towne Estates

288 Main St

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47 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 7
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195 Pleasant St

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683 Main St, Unit 2 F

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803 Main St, Unit # 2

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21 Elm St, Unit A1

107 Summer St

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347 Pleasant St, Unit 349-B1-14

Malom Trust Apartments

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67 Washington St, Unit 102
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85 Maple St, Unit 5

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82 Maple St, Unit 6

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57 Linden Ave, Unit 5

117 Summer St

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28 Cedar St, Unit A2-4

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90 Pierce St

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64 Maple St, Unit 5
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45 Florence St, Unit 503

17-19 Washington St.

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171 Washington St, Unit 316

103 Summer St

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7 Elm St, Unit C-6

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21 Cedar St, Unit C-6
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86 Maple St, Unit 5

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76 Maple St, Unit 4

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44 Maple St, Unit 86-4

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17 Florence St, Unit #302

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Malden Towers
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Fells, Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fells?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fells Studio Apartments | $2,417 | $1,750 | $2,733 |
| Fells 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $1,670 | $6,969 |
| Fells 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $2,200 | $9,344 |
| Fells 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $2,600 | $4,695 |
| Fells 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,858 | $2,900 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Fells Neighborhood of Melrose, MA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fells, MA
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fells area is the $0.24 price per square foot 19 Washington St S Model at 19 Washington St S, Unit 402 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Fells apartment is the 460 Highland Ave Model at 460 Highland Ave, Unit #1 starting at $2,395 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fells apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 19 Washington St S, Unit 402 | 19 Washington St S | 2BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 460 Highland Ave, Unit #1 | 460 Highland Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.24 |
| 11 Knollin St, Unit 2 | 11 Knollin St | 4BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Pleasant Plaza | 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| 93 Meridian St, Unit 2 | 93 Meridian St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| 110 Crescent Ave, Unit 1 | 110 Crescent Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 86 Maple St, Unit 5 | 86 Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 90 Pierce St, Unit 1 | 90 Pierce St | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 12 Florence St, Unit 309 | 12 Florence St | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| 47 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 7 | 47 W Wyoming Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fells Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fells?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fells is at Residences @ Malden Station listed at $2,602.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fells Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fells is starting from $2,495 at Towne Estates.
What is the most affordable Fells Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fells Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windsor Radio Factory and starts from $4,280.
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