Boston metro, MA relocation guide
Moving to Melrose, MA
$775,000Median listing price
MiddlesexArea
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About Melrose
Melrose is a city just north of Boston with a charming Main Street downtown and three commuter-rail stations. Housing is dominated by classic colonials, Victorians, and split-levels on tree-lined streets, with condos near the center.
Home prices in Melrose
The median listing price in Melrose is $775,000.
Top places in Melrose
- Downtown Melrose / Main Street — independent shops, restaurants, and cafes around the Highlands station area.
- Melrose Common and City Hall — civic heart with seasonal events.
- Mount Hood Memorial Park and Golf Course — city-owned golf, sledding hill, and trails.
- Pine Banks Park — large park with zoo, fields, and picnic areas (shared with Malden).
- Ell Pond — scenic pond in the east side.
- Middlesex Fells Reservation (nearby) — trail access from the Melrose side.
- Melrose Highlands station village — commuter-rail neighborhood commercial strip.
- Beebe Estate — historic venue for weddings and events.
Commuting from Melrose
- Commuter Rail Haverhill Line with three stations: Melrose/Cedar Park, Melrose Highlands, and Wyoming Hill.
- Orange Line terminus at Oak Grove is just south in Malden (~5–10 min drive) with a large garage.
- Typical commuter-rail trip to North Station: approximately 25–30 minutes.
- Approximate drive to downtown Boston: ~20–30 minutes off-peak via Route 1/Route 99 (longer at rush hour).
Schools in Melrose
Public schools: Melrose Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Melrose FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Melrose, MA?
The median listing price in Melrose is $775,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Melrose, MA?
Commuter Rail Haverhill Line with three stations: Melrose/Cedar Park, Melrose Highlands, and Wyoming Hill. - Which school district serves Melrose, MA?
Melrose is served by Melrose Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.