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How much does it cost to rent a home in Melrose Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Highlands 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,537 | $1,950 | $3,000 |
| Melrose Highlands 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,344 | $2,900 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Melrose Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Melrose Highlands area of Boston, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Terrace priced from $2,100. Towne Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Melrose Highlands apartments for rent in Boston, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Towne Estates | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| The Devon at Weiss Farm | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,277 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melrose Highlands, MA
As of February 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melrose Highlands area is the $1.83 price per square foot 496 Lebanon St Model at 496 Lebanon St, Unit 3 in the in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Melrose Highlands apartment is the 110 Crescent Ave Model at 110 Crescent Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,695 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Hammersmith Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melrose Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 496 Lebanon St, Unit 3 | 496 Lebanon St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.83 |
| 110 Crescent Ave, Unit 1 | 110 Crescent Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 68 High St, Unit 2 | 68 High St | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 159 Main St | 159 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| 15 Landers Rd, Unit B | 15 Landers Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
| 295 Lebanon St, Unit 2 | 295 Lebanon St | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 40 Hurd St | 40 Hurd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 40 Hurd St, Unit 1 | 40 Hurd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 40 Hurd St, Unit 1 | 40 Hurd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Melrose Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Melrose Highlands?
There are currently 125 Apartments for Rent in Melrose Highlands, MA with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $19,912. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Melrose Highlands ranging from $1,600 to $4,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Melrose Highlands ranges from $1,600 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,430.
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