Homes for Sale in Melrose

Walkable downtown, strong schools, and charming residential streets.

Melrose is a charming residential suburb north of Boston with a walkable downtown, strong schools, and commuter rail access. The housing market includes single-family homes, multi-family properties, and limited condominiums. Buyers are drawn to the combination of neighborhood character, outdoor space, and convenient transit.

Downtown proximity and school appeal are meaningful premiums. Residential streets offer a settled pace, while the village center provides shops and restaurants. Outdoor space is more available than in denser areas. Condition of older homes should be reviewed carefully.

$869,900

Single Family

4 bd · 1.1 ba · 1,991 sqft · Active

50 Holland Rd, Melrose

$699,000

CondoMBTA

3 bd · 1.1 ba · 1,249 sqft · Active

116 Washington St #116, Melrose

$648,000

CondoMBTA

4 bd · 2.1 ba · 1,254 sqft · Active

73 Dell Ave #73, Melrose

$559,900

Condo

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,236 sqft · Active

51 Melrose St #5F, Melrose

$339,000

CondoMBTA

1 bd · 1 ba · 552 sqft · Active

974-976 Main St #24, Melrose

$989,900

Single Family

5 bd · 1.1 ba · 2,675 sqft · Active

57 Nowell Rd, Melrose

$1,100,000

Single Family

4 bd · 2.1 ba · 2,292 sqft · Active

21 Elm Street, Melrose

$849,000

Multi Family

2,472 sqft · Active

28-30 Crescent Ave, Melrose

$849,000

Condo

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,835 sqft · Active

160 Green Street #1, Melrose

$1,150,000

CondoMBTA

4 bd · 3.1 ba · 2,400 sqft · Active

34 Linwood Ave #34, Melrose

$582,500

Condo

1 bd · 1 ba · 1,135 sqft · Active

56 Vinton Street #1, Melrose

$399,900

Condo

2 bd · 1 ba · 1,080 sqft · Active

53 Melrose Street #2B, Melrose

Price	Beds	Baths	Sq Ft	Address	Status
$869,900	4	1.1	1,991	50 Holland Rd, Melrose	Active
$699,000	3	1.1	1,249	116 Washington St #116, Melrose	Active
$648,000	4	2.1	1,254	73 Dell Ave #73, Melrose	Active
$559,900	2	2	1,236	51 Melrose St #5F, Melrose	Active
$339,000	1	1	552	974-976 Main St #24, Melrose	Active
$989,900	5	1.1	2,675	57 Nowell Rd, Melrose	Active
$1,100,000	4	2.1	2,292	21 Elm Street, Melrose	Active
$849,000			2,472	28-30 Crescent Ave, Melrose	Active
$849,000	3	2	1,835	160 Green Street #1, Melrose	Active
$1,150,000	4	3.1	2,400	34 Linwood Ave #34, Melrose	Active
$582,500	1	1	1,135	56 Vinton Street #1, Melrose	Active
$399,900	2	1	1,080	53 Melrose Street #2B, Melrose	Active

Overview

Melrose Profile	Snapshot
Primary Vibe	Charming Victorian suburb with a vibrant downtown, good schools, and residential streets. Popular with families seeking community character.
Housing Prices	Prices vary by location and condition. Homes near the downtown or schools command premiums. Outdoor space influences value.
Commute to Boston	Commuter rail provides direct access. Driving and bus options exist. Parking and yards are readily available.
Schools	Served by Melrose Public Schools, which are well regarded. Confirm assignments with the district.
Market	Steady demand supported by schools and character. Updated homes near the center attract interest.
Housing Styles	Single-family homes, multi-family properties, and limited condominiums. Outdoor space is common.

Neighborhoods

Neighborhood / Area	Vibe / Character	Primary Property Type / Approx. Price	Market Note
Downtown / Village Center	Walkable & Active	Homes & Condos Higher convenience.	Shops and restaurants. Strong community center.
Residential Streets	Quiet & Established	Single-Family Homes Premiums for yards.	Settled character. More space.
Near Schools	Family-Oriented	Homes Prices depend on condition.	School proximity appeal. Review updates.