Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Melrose East Side Neighborhood of Melrose, MA from $1,500 (65 Rentals)

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283 Vinton St, Unit A
$1,895
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$1,895

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$1,895
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283 Vinton St, Unit A

283 Vinton StMelrose, MA 02176
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property at 99 Essex St

99 Essex St

MelroseMA02176
property at 513-517-517 Franklin St
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40 Hurd St
$2,100
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$2,100

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$2,100
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40 Hurd St

40 Hurd StMelrose, MA 02176
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Towne Estates
Rent Specials
$2,120 - $2,595
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$2,120 - $2,595

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$2,120 - $2,595
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Towne Estates

209 Pleasant StMelrose, MA 02176
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5 Howard St, Unit 1
$2,200
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$2,200

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$2,200
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5 Howard St, Unit 1

5 Howard StMelrose, MA 02176
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property at 51 Lynde St

51 Lynde St

MelroseMA02176

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property at 16 Beacon Pl

16 Beacon Pl

MelroseMA02176
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The Washingtons
$2,287 - $9,931
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$2,287 - $9,931

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$2,287 - $9,931
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Washingtons

2 Washington StMelrose, MA 02176
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property at 524 Main St

524 Main St

MelroseMA02176
property at 51 Melrose St

51 Melrose St

MelroseMA02176
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32 Tappan St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

32 Tappan St.

32 Tappan StMelrose, MA 02176
property at 195 Pleasant St

195 Pleasant St

MaldenMA02148
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349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18
$1,750
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$1,750

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$1,750
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349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18

349A Pleasant StMalden, MA 02148
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property at 107 Summer St

107 Summer St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 445 Highland Ave

445 Highland Ave

MaldenMA02148

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19 Washington St S, Unit 304
$1,950
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$1,950

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$1,950
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19 Washington St S, Unit 304

19 Washington St SMalden, MA 02148
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51 Granville Ave, Unit 3
$2,000
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$2,000

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$2,000
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 1

51 Granville Ave, Unit 3

51 Granville AveMalden, MA 02148
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The Chase at Overlook Ridge
Rent Specials
$2,043 - $3,085
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$1,998 - $3,040
Required Monthly Fees
$45

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$2,043 - $3,085
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Chase at Overlook Ridge

11 Overlook Ridge DrRevere, MA 02151
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property at 25 Porter St

25 Porter St

MaldenMA02148

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property at 577 Highland Ave

577 Highland Ave

MaldenMA02148
property at 109 Summer St

109 Summer St

MaldenMA02148
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45 Princeton Rd, Unit #1
$2,200
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$2,200

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$2,200
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45 Princeton Rd, Unit #1

45 Princeton RdMalden, MA 02148
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45 Princeton Rd

MaldenMA02148
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The Devon at Weiss Farm
Rent Specials
$2,247 - $5,435
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$2,247 - $5,435

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$2,247 - $5,435
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Devon at Weiss Farm

168 Franklin StStoneham, MA 02180
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Avana Cliffside
$2,267 - $34,146
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$2,267 - $34,146

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$2,267 - $34,146
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Avana Cliffside

500 BroadwayMalden, MA 02148
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Melrose East Side, Melrose, MA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melrose East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose East Side area of Boston, MA is a Studio unit found at 119 West Wyoming priced from $1,695. Altitude Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,915. Here are the most affordable Melrose East Side apartments for rent in Boston, MA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
119 West Wyoming0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695
Altitude ApartmentsStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,915
Warden PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose East Side, MA

As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melrose East Side area is the $0.38 price per square foot 27 Ridge Hill Ave Model at 27 Ridge Hill Ave, Unit 27 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Melrose East Side apartment is the 349A Pleasant St Model at 349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18 starting at $1,750 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Ferryway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
27 Ridge Hill Ave, Unit 2727 Ridge Hill Ave3BR,2BA$0.38
349A Pleasant St, Unit #A1-18349A Pleasant StStudio ,1BA$0.18
19 Washington St S, Unit 30419 Washington St S1BR,1BA$0.20
5 Howard St, Unit 15 Howard St1BR,1BA$0.22
40 Cedar St, Unit 240 Cedar St4BR,2BA$2.15
154 Mount Vernon St, Unit Unit 2154 Mount Vernon St3BR,1BA$2.27
APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge1BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$2.43
12 Gilbert Ct, Unit 1212 Gilbert Ct2BR,1BA$2.33
59 Main St, Unit 59 Main St #159 Main St1BR,1BA$2.10
West of One1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.42

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From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Melrose East Side, Melrose, MA

Ranked #4

Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Melrose East Side Neighborhood in Melrose, MA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melrose East Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melrose East Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melrose East Side is at 119 West Wyoming listed at $1,695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose East Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melrose East Side Apartment is $1,825 at 119 West Wyoming.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Melrose East Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melrose East Side is starting from $2,400 at Warden Place.

What is the most affordable Melrose East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Melrose East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Altitude Apartments and starts from $3,425.

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