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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose MA - 13 Rentals

  • $1,875 - $2,400
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,875 - $2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,875 - $2,400
    12 Month Lease
    Studio - 2 Beds, 1 Bath
    Apartment for Rent
  • $2,500
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500
    12 Month Lease
    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,125 sq ft
    Condo for Rent
  • $2,000
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,000
    12 Month Lease
    Studio, 1 Bath, 9,999 sq ft
    Condo for Rent
  • $2,495
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,495
    12 Month Lease
    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 925 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent
  • $2,495
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,495
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,495
    12 Month Lease
    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 925 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent
  • $2,200
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200
    12 Month Lease
    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 524 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent
  • $2,300
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300
    12 Month Lease
    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 641 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent
  • $1,700
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,700
    12 Month Lease
    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 600 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent
  • $3,100
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,100
    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 1,588 sq ft
    House for Rent
  • $1,650
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,650
    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 321 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent
  • $2,200
    Total Monthly Price
    Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200
    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 524 sq ft
    Apartment for Rent

Melrose, MA Cheap Apartments for Rent

Whether you're on a budget or just looking to save, there are plenty of ways to find cheap apartments in Melrose. Start by defining your list of apartment “must-haves.” What features can you not live without? If you want to live within walking distance to your favorite downtown locations, you may find that a smaller apartment of fewer amenities are a fair trade-off. Rent prices in Melrose tend to be higher near the city center. For better deals, explore neighborhoods farther out where rents can be lower and apartment sizes may be larger. Look for areas with a higher number of available rental units — landlords with more vacancies are often more willing to offer incentives like lower rent or flexible lease terms. Keep an eye on listings for budget-friendly apartments that meet your core needs while offering a reasonable commute and access to the amenities you want.

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Melrose, MA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Melrose, MA?
Where can I find cheap apartments in Melrose, MA?

Apartments in Melrose, MA rent for around $2,540 but there are plenty of rentals to be found for $1,782 throughout the city.

How many cheap rentals are available in Melrose, MA on Apartments.com?

With over 13 affordable apartments on Apartments.com, you’re sure to find an Melrose, MA apartment at the right price.

What is the average rent for a studio in Melrose, MA?

You can expect to pay roughly $1,782 per month for a studio in Melrose, MA.

How expensive is a one-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The average one bedroom in Melrose, MA rents for $2,541 per month.

How expensive is a two-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

Two-bedroom apartments in Melrose, MA rent for $3,001 per month.

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