Cheap Homes for Rent in Melrose East Side Neighborhood of Melrose, MA from $1,800 (20 Rentals)

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property at 223 Essex St

223 Essex St

MelroseMA02176
property at 428 Salem St

428 Salem St, Unit 1

428 Salem St
MaldenMA02148
property at 17-19-19 Washington St

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property at 4 Melrose St

4 Melrose St, Unit #3

4 Melrose St
BostonMA02116
property at 594 Franklin St

594 Franklin St

MelroseMA02176
property at 86 Maple St

86 Maple St, Unit 4

86 Maple St
MaldenMA02148
property at 79 Waite Street Extension
property at 59 Spring St

59 Spring St

WakefieldMA01880

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property at 137 Lynde St

137 Lynde St

MelroseMA02176
property at 42 Loomis St

42 Loomis St

MaldenMA02148
property at 42 Loomis St

42 Loomis St, Unit 217

42 Loomis St
MaldenMA02148
property at 550 Main St

550 Main St

MaldenMA02148
property at 102 Salem St

102 Salem St, Unit 2R

102 Salem St
MaldenMA02148
property at 102 Salem St

102 Salem St

MaldenMA02148

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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. Malom Trust Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. 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
Malom Trust ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Altitude ApartmentsStudio - PremiumStudio,1BA$1,885
Warden PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose East Side, MA

As of October 26, 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 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

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Melrose East Side, Melrose, MA

Ranked #6

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melrose East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose East Side?

There are currently 245 Apartments for Rent in Melrose East Side, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $20,649. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose East Side ranging from $1,850 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Melrose East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose East Side ranges from $1,850 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,192.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Melrose East Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Melrose East Side range from $2,700 to $20,649, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA

Written by: Amelia Ramstead

Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.