
Pet Friendly Homes for Rent in Melrose, MA (53 Rentals)
Homes for rent in Melrose that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


104 W Emerson St, Unit 5a

140 Grove St, Unit 1

128 Trenton St

59 Greenwood St, Unit 2

59 Greenwood St, Unit 1

191 W Wyoming Ave, Unit 11

28 Sargent St

59 Park St

51 Lynn Fells Pkwy
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9 Rock Valley Ave

86 Maple St

30 Franklin St, Unit 309

20 Holmes St, Unit 2

60 Green St, Unit 1

65 Brentwood St

11 Taylor St, Unit A

260 Salem St

44 Franklin St

59 court, Unit 2
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77 Rock Glen Rd, Unit 1

77 Rock Glen Rd

27-29 Thacher St

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3 Chapel Way, Unit SI ID1387521P

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861 Broadway-SI FL4-ID6530A, Unit SI FL4-ID6530A

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861 Broadway-SI FL3-ID5884A, Unit SI FL3-ID5884A

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861 Broadway-SI FL2-ID6375A, Unit SI FL2-ID6375A

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72 Myrtle St, Unit 1

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861 Broadway-SI FL1-ID5883A, Unit SI FL1-ID5883A

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467 Ferry St, Unit SI ID1546146P
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861 Broadway-SI FL1-ID3015A, Unit SI FL1-ID3015A

585 Somerville Ave

45 Almont St, Unit 3

118 Vernal St, Unit 2

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14 Lincoln Ct

881 Broadway, Unit Apt. 9

9-11 Rock Valley Ave. 2, Unit 2

6 Franklin St

525 Highland Ave, Unit 41
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674 Main St, Unit 2

120 Summer St, Unit 11

525 Highland Ave, Unit 45

20 Chestnut St

120 Summer St

1318 Salem St

10 Blue Jay Cir

881 Broadway

193 Sheridan Ave

219 Forest St
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Melrose, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,948 | $2,200 | $4,250 |
| Melrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,633 | $2,695 | $6,500 |
| Melrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,193 | $3,100 | $5,500 |
| Melrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,511 | $4,395 | $10,000+ |
| Melrose 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,985 | $6,975 | $6,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose
What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose?
There are currently 515 Apartments for Rent in Melrose, MA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $19,889. There are also 237 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose ranging from $800 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 $800 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,999.
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 $950 to $6,871, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,150.
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