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When were prices and availability in Melrose, MA last updated?

Prices and availability in Melrose, MA were last updated on 18 Sep 2026.

What are the best apartments in Melrose, MA?

The best apartments in Melrose, MA are: Windsor Radio Factory, 10 Corey Street, Towne Estates and Jack Flats by Windsor.

What is the average rent in Melrose, MA?

The average rent in Melrose, MA is $3,070.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Melrose, MA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Melrose, MA is between $2,170 and $4,302.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is between $2,170 and $5,190.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is between $2,495 and $6,086.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Melrose, MA is between $4,281 and $7,415.

What type of rental buildings are in Melrose, MA?

In Melrose 33% of the housing is rented out compared to 67% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 29% of Melrose's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 68% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 3% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Melrose, MA?

The average age of rental buildings in Melrose is 32 years old, with 53% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 5 stories, of which 82% are garden-style apartment communities, 37% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Melrose, MA?

Studio apartments in Melrose are around 4% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 60% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 33% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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