Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melrose MA - 567 Rentals

63 Crescent Ln

63 Crescent Ln, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 5
$1,400

1 Bed, 1 Bath
30 Howard St

30 Howard St, Saugus, MA 01906
1 / 12
$1,600 - $2,400

1-2 Beds, 1 Bath
The Washingtons

2 Washington St, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 50

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,659 - $16,222

1-3 Beds, 1-3 Baths
Strata

500 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 50

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,745 - $4,073

Studio - 3 Beds, 1-2 Baths
119 Myrtle St Unit #1

119 Myrtle St Unit #1, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 16
$1,750

1 Bed, 1 Bath
525 Highland Ave Unit 12

525 Highland Ave Unit 12, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 5
$1,795

Studio, 1 Bath
537 Highland Ave Unit 12

537 Highland Ave Unit 12, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 9
$1,795

Studio, 1 Bath
127 Upham St Unit 3

127 Upham St Unit 3, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 5
$1,800

1 Bed, 1 Bath
133 Upham St Unit #3

133 Upham St Unit #3, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 16
$1,800

1 Bed, 1 Bath
The Chase at Overlook Ridge

11 Overlook Ridge Dr, Revere, MA 02151
1 / 21

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,839 - $3,070

Studio - 2 Beds

Pool Clubhouse Balcony Range Maintenance on site Stainless Steel Appliances Lounge
223 Essex St

223 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 32
$1,850

1 Bed, 1 Bath
192 W Wyoming Ave Unit #10

192 W Wyoming Ave Unit #10, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 17
$1,850

1 Bed, 1 Bath
127 Upham St Unit #3

127 Upham St Unit #3, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 14
$1,850

1 Bed, 1 Bath
131 Upham St Unit #3

131 Upham St Unit #3, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 15
$1,850

1 Bed, 1 Bath
2 Granite St Unit 2

2 Granite St Unit 2, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 4
$1,850

1 Bed, 1 Bath
223 Essex St

223 Essex St Unit 37, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 5
$1,850

1 Bed, 1 Bath
Altitude Apartments

211 Kennedy Dr, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 38

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Matterport 3D Tours
$1,865 - $2,250

Studio - 1 Bed

Pets Allowed Fitness Center Pool Dishwasher Kitchen Walk-In Closets
171 Washington St

171 Washington St, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 8
$1,875 - $2,400

Studio - 2 Beds, 1 Bath
191 W Wyoming Ave Unit uni#10

191 W Wyoming Ave Unit uni#10, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 14
$1,895

1 Bed, 1 Bath
5 Orchard Pl

5 Orchard Pl, Stoneham, MA 02180
1 / 5
$1,900

1 Bed, 1 Bath
6 Grant Rd Unit #1

6 Grant Rd Unit #1, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 7
$1,900

1 Bed, 1 Bath
7 Granite St Unit #1

7 Granite St Unit #1, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 6
$1,900

Studio, 1 Bath
157 Franklin St Unit #B2

157 Franklin St Unit #B2, Stoneham, MA 02180
1 / 7
$1,900

1 Bed, 1 Bath
119 West Wyoming

119 W Wyoming Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 20
$1,925 - $2,195

1 Bed, 1 Bath
17 Washington Pl Unit #2

17 Washington Pl Unit #2, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 6
$1,950

1 Bed, 1 Bath
134 Summer St Unit #11

134 Summer St, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 9
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
44 Albion St Unit #AA

44 Albion St Unit #AA, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 13
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
46 Albion St Unit #AA

46 Albion St Unit #AA, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 13
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
43 Albion St Unit #AA

43 Albion St Unit #AA, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 12
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
73 Wyoming Ave Unit #1

73 Wyoming Ave Unit #1, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 12
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
13 Radcliffe Rd Unit #1

13 Radcliffe Rd Unit #1, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 11
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
157 Franklin St Unit C7

157 Franklin St Unit C7, Stoneham, MA 02180
1 / 5
$2,000

1 Bed, 1 Bath
107 Summer St Unit 212

107 Summer St Unit 212, Malden, MA 02148
$2,080

1 Bed, 1 Bath
105 Summer St Unit 305

105 Summer St Unit 305, Malden, MA 02148
$2,080

1 Bed, 1 Bath
103 Summer St Unit 101

103 Summer St Unit 101, Malden, MA 02148
$2,080

1 Bed, 1 Bath
Gardencrest Apartments

1077 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
1 / 13
$2,100 - $2,525

1-2 Beds, 1 Bath
134 Summer St Unit 40

134 Summer St, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 15
$2,100

1 Bed, 1 Bath
134 Summer St Unit 32

134 Summer St, Malden, MA 02148
1 / 17
$2,100

1 Bed, 1 Bath
40 Hurd St

40 Hurd St, Melrose, MA 02176
1 / 6
$2,100

1 Bed, 1 Bath
44 Collins Ave Unit #409

44 Collins Ave Unit #409, Saugus, MA 01906
1 / 6
$2,100

1 Bed, 1 Bath
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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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Timing your apartment search can make a big difference in securing a great deal. Apartments are typically more affordable during the winter months — December through March — when demand is lower. During this off-season, landlords may offer reduced rent, waived fees, or other specials to fill units quickly. Another smart time to search is at the end of the month, when lease turnover peaks and more units become available. Being flexible with your move-in timing could help you land a better price. Cheap apartments in Melrose tend to go fast. Keep an eye on timing, neighborhood options, and special deals to score the best rental price.