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Downtown Melrose Homes for Rent

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    $2,650 - $3,850 per month

    APT Correlative Housing - The Coolidge

    1-2 Beds

    585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176

    Landmark historic building in the heart of beautiful downtown Melrose. This community boasts spectacularly unique and extraordinarily large one, two and three bedroom apartment homes.Built in 1897, this historic Victorian era edifice was originally the Calvin Coolidge school. High school students first matriculated here, followed by elementary aged school children and finally, middle

    585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $2,500 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    93 W Emerson St Unit 1, Melrose, MA 02176

    LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Rare opportunity to live in one of Melrose's most sought-after boutique rental buildings, 93 W Emerson! Just steps from the barnd new Library, Commuter Rail, Coffee Shops, Melrose Farmer's Market, & more! This unit has an ideal open layout featuring a large living room with gas fireplace and a kitchen with a breakfast bar peninsula, dishwasher, and plenty of storage.

    Torin Hanlon Compass

    93 W Emerson St Unit 1, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $1,825 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • Condo for Rent

    223 Essex St Unit 37, Melrose, MA 02176

    An excellent location in Melrose super charming apartments with hardwood floors, natural light, and great layouts. Heat and hot water are included, and there is very easy access to major highways and commuter rail.

    223 Essex St Unit 37, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $2,500 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 700 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    524 Main St Unit 8, Melrose, MA 02176

    The Residences at Five24 Luxury Apartments offers flexible open concept floor plans and a range of layouts to accommodate your individual needs and lifestyle. This studio apartment is stylishly detailed and boasts open spaces enhanced by 10-foot ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and french doors. Sleek white custom Italian cabinetry with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wide-plank

    Pirani & Wile Group Advisors Living - Winchester

    524 Main St Unit 8, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $1,850 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • Condo for Rent

    223 Essex St Unit 45, Melrose, MA 02176

    An excellent location in Melrose super charming apartments with hardwood floors, natural light, and great layouts. Heat and hot water are included, and there is very easy access to major highways and commuter rail.

    223 Essex St Unit 45, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $2,150 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,072 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    36 Tremont St Unit 1, Melrose, MA 02176

    AVAILABLE - A must see, large 1,072 SF one bedroom apartment - second level walk-up - Freshly painted, floor sanded and updated including on-site parking for 1 car. Apartment amenities include, 1 very large bedroom with lots of closet space, 1 large extra office, granite kitchen counters, tiled bathroom - flooring and walls, in-unit stackable washer dryer unit, a bonus outdoor covered patio with

    Steve Cefalo Stephen Cefalo Real Estate

    36 Tremont St Unit 1, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $3,163 per month

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • Condo for Rent

    43 Upham St, Melrose, MA 02176

    This nice Studio 1 Bath place in the MELROSE area is available for 09-01-2025.Boston Pads is not responsible for any errors, omissions and change in price, prior sale, rent and withdrawal without notice. All information from sources reliable but not guaranteed. Photographs, videos, description and information about the properties reflect conditions at the time the information was

    43 Upham St, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $2,600 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,000 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    653 Main St Unit 2, Melrose, MA 02176

    Spacious, modern, clean and bright three bedroom apartment on Main Street near East-West Emerson Streets. Modern kitchen and bath, great sized rooms, good closets, high end washer/dryer in the apartment. Very convenient location within walking to downtown Melrose, the library, Ell Pond sunsets, Cedar Park train station and the bus stop is out front. Mixed use building with two professional

    Paul Coogan Brad Hutchinson Real Estate

    653 Main St Unit 2, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $1,850 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 700 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    104 W Emerson St Unit 3, Melrose, MA 02176

    Renovated 1BR w/ Private Porch – Steps from Melrose Center & Commuter Rail. Spacious and updated 1-bedroom apartment in a prime Melrose location! Enjoy your own private seasonal porch, a large bedroom, and shared laundry in the building. Off-street parking available for just $100/month. Conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and the commuter rail – perfect for professionals or commuters.

    104 W Emerson St Unit 3, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $3,200 per month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,400 Sq Ft
    • Apartment for Rent

    434 Lebanon St Unit 2, Melrose, MA 02176

    AVAILABLE SEPT 1ST, this freshly painted and thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment occupies the 2nd and 3rd levels of a well-maintained two-family home. The spacious 1st floor features a large, fully updated kitchen with ample cabinet space and NEW SS APPLIANCES, a bright and comfortable LR and DR, a modern full bathroom, LAUDRY ROOM and a generously sized bedroom. Upstairs, you'll

    Roberta Peach CDG Realty Group

    434 Lebanon St Unit 2, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $2,300 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,000 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    541 Main St Unit 4, Melrose, MA 02176

    1 bed and 1 bath located in Melrose. Easy access to downtown and public transportation!

    541 Main St Unit 4, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $2,250 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 900 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    137 W Emerson St Unit 9, Melrose, MA 02176

    1 bed and 1 bath located in Melrose. Easy access to downtown and public transportation!

    137 W Emerson St Unit 9, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $1,850 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 525 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    223 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176

    223 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $1,850 per month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 525 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    223 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176

    223 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176

Why Live in Downtown Melrose

Downtown Melrose features a mix of mid-20th century apartments, condos, and older homes converted into multi-unit properties. On the outskirts, single-family homes, including Cape Cod and New Englander styles from the late 1800s and early 1900s, are prevalent. The neighborhood offers a variety of things to do, such as visiting Ell Pond to watch seasonal swans or heading to The Knoll for its skatepark, public pool, sports fields, dog park, and veterans memorial. The Middlesex Fells Reservation, less than a mile away, provides over 2,200 acres of trails, picnic areas, and waterfront access. Stone Zoo hosts events like Zoo Lights in winter and adults-only nights. Dining options include Turner’s Seafood, known for its fresh fish and daily specials, and Giacomo's for Italian cuisine. Hannah's Brewing Co., the first brewery in Melrose, opened in 2024. Grocery shopping is convenient with Shaw's, Whole Foods, and the Melrose Farmers’ Market. Annual events like Home for the Holidays and the Victorian Fair bring the community together. Transportation is facilitated by Interstate 93, located 4 miles west, and two commuter rail stations, Melrose/Cedar Park and Wyoming Hill, making the 10-mile commute to Boston manageable. MelroseWakefield Hospital is less than a mile away, and Boston Logan International Airport is 11 miles away. Schools in the area are highly rated, with Lincoln Elementary School, Melrose Middle School, and Melrose High School all receiving high marks and offering strong extracurricular programs. The neighborhood's crime rate is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families and individuals alike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most popular neighborhoods for renters near Downtown Melrose?
The most popular neighborhoods for renters near Downtown Melrose are Melrose East Side, Wyoming, Oak Grove-Pine Banks, Melrose Highlands and Horace Mann.
What are the most popular zip codes for renters near Downtown Melrose?
The most popular zip codes for renters near Downtown Melrose are 02176, 02180, 02148, 02155 and 01880.
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