New Houses for Rent in Melrose, MA

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Average Rent Trends in Melrose, MA

Rent in Melrose, MA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a house decreased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for houses peaked in Jun 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Sep 2025$4,700
Oct 2025$2,800
Nov 2025$3,663
Dec 2025$3,000
Jan 2026$4,500
Feb 2026$1,795
Mar 2026$4,000
Apr 2026$2,900
May 2026$3,300
Jun 2026$3,800
Jul 2026$4,210
Aug 2026$4,000
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,250$2,900$3,500$3,950$2,800
Townhomes$2,975$3,000——$2,975
Apartments and Condos$2,000$2,650$3,300$3,950$2,650
Houses—$3,500$4,000$4,450$3,500
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Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Melrose, MA

  • What is the average rent of a house in Melrose, MA?
    The average rent of a house in Melrose, MA is $3,500 per month. This is about 78% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent for a house cheapest in Melrose, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Melrose, MA was lowest in Oct 2025 when it was $2,800 per month.
  • When is the average rent for a house most expensive in Melrose, MA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Melrose, MA was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $5,300 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 3 bedroom house compare to a 2 bedroom house in Melrose, MA?
    The average rent of a 3 bedroom house in Melrose, MA is $4,000 per month. That is about $500 more than the cost of a 2 bedroom house.
  • How many houses are available to rent in Melrose, MA?
    There are 7 available houses to rent in Melrose, MA.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Melrose, MA?
    Some neighborhoods in Melrose, MA include: East Side, Oak Grove/Pine Banks, Wyoming, Melrose Highlands, Downtown.
  • What are some zip codes in Melrose, MA?
    Melrose, MA includes zip codes such as: 02176.
  • What are some cities near Melrose, MA?
    Some nearby cities include: Malden, Stoneham, Saugus, Wakefield, Medford. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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