$2,500 Total Monthly Price
24 Month Lease

8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2

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Melrose, MA 02176

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  • Bedrooms

    1

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    650 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Jul 1

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Yard
  • Smoke Free
  • Security System
8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2
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About This Home

24 Month Lease, $2,500 deposit, Available Jul 1

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located at 8 Avon Street in the highly desirable city of Melrose. Thoughtfully updated approximately two years ago, this unit combines modern finishes, private outdoor space, and an unbeatable commuter-friendly location. Inside the home, you’ll find a spacious full bathroom featuring tiled floors, an extra-deep soaking tub, and a full-size washer and dryer complete with a folding station and additional storage space — a rare and practical convenience. The kitchen is designed for both style and functionality, offering tiled flooring, hardwood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a newer natural gas stove that’s perfect for anyone who loves to cook. Outside, enjoy your own fully fenced private backyard — ideal for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying outdoor space that’s hard to find in the area. The dedicated private driveway comfortably fits up to 3 vehicles, another major bonus for city living. Included Utilities & Requirements * Water included * Trash service included * Tenant pays for natural gas (heat & hot water) and electricity * Renter’s insurance required for tenant’s personal belongings * NO BROKER FEE Prime Melrose Location This home is conveniently located near local restaurants, cafés, shopping, public transportation, and everyday essentials. Grocery stores, dining options, parks, and bus stops are all within walking distance, making daily errands and commuting easy and convenient. Melrose is consistently considered one of the most desirable communities north of Boston because it offers the perfect balance between suburban comfort and city accessibility. Residents love: * Easy commuter access into Boston via nearby MBTA commuter rail and bus routes * A vibrant downtown with local restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, and community events * Beautiful parks, walking trails, and outdoor recreation nearby * A strong sense of community and neighborhood charm * Tree-lined streets and classic New England character while still being close to major highways and city amenities This unit is ideal for someone looking for a clean, modern, move-in-ready home with private outdoor space and excellent access to everything Melrose has to offer.

Welcome to this beautifully renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located at 8 Avon Street in the highly desirable city of Melrose. Thoughtfully updated approximately two years ago, this unit combines modern finishes, private outdoor space, and an unbeatable commuter-friendly location. Inside the home, you’ll find a spacious full bathroom featuring tiled floors, an extra-deep soaking tub, and a full-size washer and dryer complete with a folding station and additional storage space — a rare and practical convenience. The kitchen is designed for both style and functionality, offering tiled flooring, hardwood cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a newer natural gas stove that’s perfect for anyone who loves to cook. Outside, enjoy your own fully fenced private backyard — ideal for relaxing, entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying outdoor space that’s hard to find in the area. The dedicated private driveway comfortably fits up to 3 vehicles, another major bonus for city living. Included Utilities & Requirements * Water included * Trash service included * Tenant pays for natural gas (heat & hot water) and electricity * Renter’s insurance required for tenant’s personal belongings * NO BROKER FEE * ONE Small dog or cat only, under 20 lbs. Prime Melrose Location This home is conveniently located near local restaurants, cafés, shopping, public transportation, and everyday essentials. Grocery stores, dining options, parks, and bus stops are all within walking distance, making daily errands and commuting easy and convenient. Melrose is consistently considered one of the most desirable communities north of Boston because it offers the perfect balance between suburban comfort and city accessibility. Residents love: * Easy commuter access into Boston via nearby MBTA commuter rail and bus routes * A vibrant downtown with local restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, and community events * Beautiful parks, walking trails, and outdoor recreation nearby * A strong sense of community and neighborhood charm * Tree-lined streets and classic New England character while still being close to major highways and city amenities This unit is ideal for someone looking for a clean, modern, move-in-ready home with private outdoor space and excellent access to everything Melrose has to offer.

8 Avon St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02176 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Dishwasher

Granite Countertops

Microwave

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Storage Space
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Yard

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Fees not specified
  • Cats Allowed
  • Fees not specified

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal

Property Information

  • 3 units

Contact

  • Phone Number
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
City - Melrose

Just seven miles north of Boston, Melrose trades city noise for tree-lined streets, historic architecture, and a downtown that still knows its neighbors by name. Daily life here moves at a comfortable pace, with Ell Pond and Pine Banks Park offering easy escapes into nature, and a walkable downtown core packed with local shops and eateries. The MBTA Commuter Rail connects residents directly to Boston, making it a natural landing spot for anyone who wants access to the city without living in it full time. Every year, the Melrose Victorian Fair draws thousands of visitors to celebrate the city's beautifully preserved 19th-century architecture, a tradition that speaks to just how proud locals are of their surroundings.

The rental market in Melrose reflects its appeal. Options range from charming multifamily homes and converted Victorian units to newer apartment communities offering updated finishes and modern amenities.

Learn more about living in Melrose 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 12 min 6.2 mi
Drive: 14 min 6.7 mi
Drive: 15 min 6.9 mi
Drive: 16 min 8.1 mi
8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2 is within 12 minutes or 6.2 miles from Tufts Univ., Medford. It is also near Bunker Hill Community College and North Shore C.C., Lynn Campus.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Melrose include Oak Grove Station, located 2.2 miles from 8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2. 8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 9.0 miles or 19 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Drive: 4 min 2.2 mi
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
Drive: 10 min 4.8 mi
Drive: 12 min 6.1 mi
Drive: 14 min 6.9 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 19 min 9.0 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation
Walk: 20 min 1.1 mi
Middlesex Fells Reservation
Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Saugus Ironworks National Historic Site
Drive: 8 min 3.5 mi
Breakheart Reservation
Drive: 12 min 4.2 mi
8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2 has 5 parks within 4.2 miles, including Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation, Middlesex Fells Reservation, and Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Drive: 9 min 4.2 mi
Drive: 16 min 8.1 mi
8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2 has 3 hospitals within 8.1 miles, the nearest is MelroseWakefield Healthcare which is 0.4 mile away and a 7 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 26 min 12.9 mi
Drive: 28 min 14.3 mi
Drive: 24 min 14.4 mi
8 Avon St Unit 8 Avon St. 2 has 3 military bases within 14.4 miles, the nearest is Fort Pickering which is 12.9 miles away and a 26 minute drive.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Storage Space
  • Yard
  • Walking/Biking Trails