
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fells Neighborhood of Melrose, MA from $1,500 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Fells area of Melrose.


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40 Hurd St

105 Summer St

195 Pleasant St

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51 Porter St, Unit 3

Malom Trust Apartments

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2 Elm St, Unit 4
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21 Elm St, Unit A1

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349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18

107 Summer St

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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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64 Maple St, Unit 5
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167 Maple St, Unit #110

170 Maple St

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45 Florence St, Unit 503

445 Highland Ave

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19 Washington St S, Unit 304

17-19 Washington St.
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171 Washington St, Unit 316

25 Porter St

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44 Maple St, Unit 86-4

109 Summer St
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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 | $2,358 | $1,695 | $2,797 |
| Fells 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,550 | $9,056 |
| Fells 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,100 | $9,917 |
| Fells 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,891 | $2,700 | $8,928 |
| Fells 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $3,800 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 28 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 Studio unit found at 119 West Wyoming priced from $1,695. Malom Trust Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Fells apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 119 West Wyoming | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Malom Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| The Washingtons | One Bedroom One Bath (821 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2,287 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fells, MA
As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fells area is the $0.18 price per square foot 349A Pleasant St Model at 349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Fells apartment is the 19 Washington St S Model at 19 Washington St S, Unit 304 starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18 | 349A Pleasant St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 19 Washington St S, Unit 304 | 19 Washington St S | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 77 Rock Glen Rd | 77 Rock Glen Rd | 5BR,5BA | $2.91 |
| 40 Cedar St, Unit 2 | 40 Cedar St | 4BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 154 Mount Vernon St, Unit 2 | 154 Mount Vernon St | 3BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 12 Florence St, Unit 309 | 12 Florence St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.83 |
| 31 1st St, Unit 1A | 31 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 45 Princeton Rd, Unit #1 | 45 Princeton Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 40 Hurd St | 40 Hurd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 51 Porter St, Unit 3 | 51 Porter St | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFells, Melrose, MA
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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fells Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fells?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fells is under $2,287.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fells?
The cheapest apartment in Fells is 119 West Wyoming which is listed at $1,825, while the average apartment in Fells costs $6,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fells?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Fells that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fells?
Cheap apartments in Fells have an average cost of $192 which is $6,108 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fells.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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