
38 E Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176
What This Apartment Offers
Welcome to 38 East Foster Street,a bright and inviting 1+ bedroom apartment in the heart of Melrose! The unit features gleaming hardwood floors,central air... conditioning,and a spacious eat-in kitchen with a gas range and dishwasher. Beyond the main bedroom,the unit offers a dedicated office and finished attic (or small second bedroom),providing plenty of flexibility for working from home,guests,hobbies,or additional storage. Enjoy the convenience of a washer and dryer,generous closet space,2+ off-street parking spaces,and access to a shared yard and porch. Located just moments from downtown Melrose’s restaurants,shops,and cafés,with Wyoming Hill Commuter Rail Station approximately half a mile away. A comfortable,well-located home with the space and amenities that are hard to find in a rental! MLS ID 73559130
Unit 2
- $2,400
Total Monthly Price - 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 872 sq. ft.
- Available Sep 1
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Deck
- Disposal
- Heating
- Microwave
- Range
Community Features
- Utilities Included
38 E Foster St Unit 2 is an apartment for rent in Melrose, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$2,400
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Apartment Details
Home Design
- Built in 1880
- Apartment
- Entry on the 2nd floor
Interior Spaces
- 872 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
Basement
- Basement
Parking
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- 3 Car Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Lot Details
- 3100 Sq Ft Lot
Location
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Internet Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,400
- Property Available on 2026-09-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 654084
- Rent includes water, snow removal, extra storage
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
- Common Area
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Jogging Path
- Park
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
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Melrose, MA 02176
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Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Some public transit50 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active74 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Tufts Univ., Medford
Drive: 11 min (5.4 mi)
Bunker Hill Community College
Drive: 12 min (6 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 14 min (7.2 mi)
Lesley University
Drive: 15 min (7.6 mi)
Discover Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 38 E Foster St Unit 2 proximity to 663 Main St, Whole Foods Plaza, and Oak Grove Village. 663 Main St is 0.4 miles away, and Whole Foods Plaza is within a 16 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 38 E Foster St Unit 2 has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.8 miles. Transit options include Oak Grove Station and Malden Center Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 38 E Foster St Unit 2 are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.2 miles, including Friends of Middlesex Fells Reservation, Middlesex Fells Reservation, and Walter D. Stone Memorial Zoo.
Airports
Living in Downtown Melrose provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 18 minutes from 38 E Foster St Unit 2.
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