
Homes for Rent in Melrose, MA (188 Rentals)


340 Main St, Unit 703

52 W Emerson St, Unit 52 West Emerson St - 6

632 Lynn Fells Pky

9 Ledge St

3 Mt Vernon St, Unit 4

3 Mt Vernon St

59 Greenwood St, Unit 2

822 Main St

191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 10
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189 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 31

22 Howard St

155 Lebanon St

84 Crescent Ave

66 Mt Vernon St

793 Main St, Unit 3

82 Warren Ave, Unit 1

29 Watts St, Unit 1

42 Newman Rd, Unit #3

1 Glenwood St, Unit 2
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86 Maple St

30 Daniels St, Unit 304

31 Preston St

13 Garden St

67 Cedar St

39 Upham St, Unit 3

15 Phillips St, Unit 2

20 Holmes St, Unit 2

51 Pearl St, Unit 206

13 Holmes St, Unit 13
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177 Central St

64 Newcomb Rd

701 Sherwood Forest Ln

4 Wakefield Ave, Unit 4

784 Broadway

78 Sycamore St, Unit 1

289 Elm St, Unit 14

971 Fellsway, Unit 9

35 Dudley St, Unit 2

180 Fellsway W, Unit 3
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228 Fellsway W, Unit 2

52 Garfield Ave, Unit 1

39 Lambert St, Unit 2

44 Franklin St

97 Magoun Ave, Unit 97

116 Grover Rd

77 Rock Glen Rd, Unit 1

479 Fulton St

28 Park Ave

230 Fulton St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,888 | $2,100 | $4,200 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,658 | $2,695 | $5,500 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,804 | $1,070 | $5,500 |
| Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,148 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,995 | $6,995 | $6,995 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose?
There are currently 517 Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA with pricing that ranges from $900 to $19,900. There are also 188 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose ranging from $740 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose ranges from $740 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,308.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Melrose?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melrose range from $1,000 to $6,409, 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 $1,070 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.
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