Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on April 29, 2026
Last updated on April 29, 2026
Last updated on April 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
As of April 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA is $2,625. This is +35%, or $676, higher than the national average.
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As of April 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA is $2,625. This is +35%, or $676, higher than the national average.
average price per square foot
Median rent and rent ranges are based on Zumper inventory in the last 30 days. Household data are provided by the US Census Bureau.
Rent prices for all bedroom counts and property types in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA have increased by 15% in the last month and have increased by 24% in the last year.
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
The monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA is $2,700. A 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA costs about $1,995 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $2,800. Houses for rent in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $3,650.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $2,300 | 1% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $2,810 | 9% | 24% | |
3 bedroom | $3,650 | 4% | 18% | |
4 bedroom | $3,800 | No Change | - | |
Studio | $1,895 | - | - |
Comparables | ||
|---|---|---|
Melrose East Side | $3,108 | |
Melrose Highlands | $2,500 | |
North Medford | $3,500 | |
Oak Grove Pine Banks | $2,810 | |
Oakland Vale | $2,745 | |
Wyoming | $2,397 |
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,700 | 7% | No Change | |
Houses | $3,650 | No Change | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,895
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,810
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
24%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,650
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
18%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,800
North Medford
Average rent
$3,500
Melrose East Side
Average rent
$3,108
Melrose Highlands
Average rent
$2,500
Oak Grove Pine Banks
Average rent
$2,810
Wyoming
Average rent
$2,397
Oakland Vale
Average rent
$2,745
Apartments
Average rent
$2,700
Last 30 days
7%
Houses
Average rent
$3,650
The table above reflects average rent prices in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
Median rent prices in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA for all bedroom counts and property types compared to North Medford, Medford, MA.
Downtown Melrose
higher than the national median
higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA is 25% lower than the median rent in North Medford, Medford, MA.
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5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #37, Melrose, MA 02176
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 4
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #26, Melrose, MA 02176
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
824 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
21h ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,025
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
20h ago
585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,400–$4,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
824 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 4
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #26, Melrose, MA 02176
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #37, Melrose, MA 02176
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
21h ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,025
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 4
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #26, Melrose, MA 02176
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
223 Essex St #37, Melrose, MA 02176
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1