
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fells Neighborhood of Melrose, MA from $900 (71 Rentals)
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73 Cottage St, Unit apt 1

119 West Wyoming

340 Main St, Unit 609

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Towne Estates

340 Main St

13 Harnden Rd

18 Beltran St

249 Summer St, Unit 2 - 23

135 Clifton St
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2 Park Ave, Unit 1

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21 Elm St, Unit A1

17-19 Washington St., Unit 309

17-19 Washington St. 309, Unit 309

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-26

349 Pleasant St

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-18

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19

17-19 Washington St., Unit 206

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-26
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349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-19

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347 Pleasant St

349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-18

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67 Washington St, Unit 102

17-19 Washington St., Unit 116

17-19 Washington St. 116, Unit 116

17-19 Washington St. 211, Unit 211

17-19 Washington St., Unit 211

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57 Linden Ave, Unit 5

134 Salem St
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349 Pleasant St, Unit A1-21

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180 Pleasant St

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171 Washington St

17-19 Washington St., Unit 412

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45 Florence St

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64 Maple St, Unit 5

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85 Maple St, Unit 5

349 Pleasant St, Unit C-11

349 Pleasant St, Unit C-26

349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-6
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349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-1

90 Maple St, Unit 1

349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-1

349 Pleasant St

349 Pleasant St, Unit B3-6

90 Maple St, Unit 1

349 Pleasant St

134 Summer St, Unit 32

86 Maple St, Unit B

349 Pleasant St, Unit B1-3
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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 | $2,348 | $1,700 | $3,179 |
| Fells 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $900 | $7,313 |
| Fells 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Fells 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,439 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Fells 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,150 | $3,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Fells Neighborhood of Melrose, MA.
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Cheapest Available Fells Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fells area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at 119 West Wyoming priced from $2,095. Towne Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,170. Here are the most affordable Fells apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119 West Wyoming | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
| Malom Trust Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fells, MA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fells area is the $2.31 price per square foot 722 Highland Ave Model at 722 Highland Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Fells apartment is the 27 W Wyoming Ave Model at 27 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #3 starting at $2,600 with a $2.60 price per square foot in the Hammersmith Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 722 Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 722 Highland Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| 27 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #3 | 27 W Wyoming Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 45 Almont St, Unit 3 | 45 Almont St | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| The Washingtons | One Bedroom One Bath (796 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Malden Gardens | 1 | 1BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Malden Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.98 |
| Pleasant Plaza | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 119 West Wyoming | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Malom Trust Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| 44 Maple St | 44 Maple St | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
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 Arrive Malden listed at $2,429.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fells Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fells Apartment is $2,095 at 119 West Wyoming.
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 $2,350 at Malden Gardens.
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