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Fells, Melrose, MA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fells, MA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fells area is the $0.20 price per square foot 69 Washington St Model at 69 Washington St, Unit #18 in the in the Ferryway neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Fells apartment is the 51 Mount Vernon St Model at 51 Mount Vernon St, Unit #5 starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
69 Washington St, Unit #1869 Washington St1BR,1BA$0.20
51 Mount Vernon St, Unit #551 Mount Vernon St2BR,1.5BA$0.28
20 Washington Pl, Unit #11420 Washington Pl2BR,1BA$0.24
110 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #2110 W Wyoming Ave2BR,1BA$2.19
23 Rendall Pl, Unit #2323 Rendall Pl2BR,1BA$2.09
40 Clark St, Unit #340 Clark St2BR,2BA$2.09
54 Lynde St, Unit #654 Lynde St2BR,1BA$2.28
28 W Wyoming Ave, Unit #328 W Wyoming Ave2BR,1BA$2.29
592 Highland Ave, Unit #2FL592 Highland Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
55 Lynde Ave, Unit #255 Lynde Ave2BR,1BA$2.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fells

What type of rentals are currently available in Fells?

There are currently 214 Apartments for Rent in Fells, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $14,509. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fells ranging from $1,800 to $6,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fells?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fells ranges from $1,800 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,602.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fells?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fells range from $3,000 to $14,509, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,090 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

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