Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on January 29, 2026
Last updated on January 29, 2026
Last updated on January 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
As of January 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA is $2,200. This is +16%, or $300, higher than the national average.
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As of January 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA is $2,200. This is +16%, or $300, 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 decreased by 21% in the last month and have decreased by 12% 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 $2,095. A 1-bedroom apartment in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA costs about $2,095 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $2,500. Houses for rent in Downtown Melrose, Melrose, MA are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $3,000.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $2,095 | 10% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $2,800 | 11% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $3,200 | 11% | 14% | |
4 bedroom | $4,200 | No Change | 5% | |
Studio | $1,900 | - | - |
Comparables | ||
|---|---|---|
Melrose East Side | $2,745 | |
Melrose Highlands | $2,300 | |
North Medford | $3,400 | |
Oak Grove Pine Banks | $2,880 | |
Oakland Vale | $2,705 | |
Wyoming | $2,200 |
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,095 | 10% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,150 | 20% | No Change | |
Houses | $3,000 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,900
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,200
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
14%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,200
Last year
5%
North Medford
Average rent
$3,400
Melrose East Side
Average rent
$2,745
Melrose Highlands
Average rent
$2,300
Oak Grove Pine Banks
Average rent
$2,880
Wyoming
Average rent
$2,200
Oakland Vale
Average rent
$2,705
Apartments
Average rent
$2,095
Last 30 days
10%
Condos
Average rent
$2,150
Last 30 days
20%
Houses
Average rent
$3,000
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 35% lower than the median rent in North Medford, Medford, MA.
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5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
1d ago
585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,700–$3,100
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 11
1d ago
585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,700–$3,100
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 11
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
1d ago
585 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176
2 beds
2 baths
$3,015–$3,100
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Melrose apartment for rent in Melrose
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1