Melrose, MA

East Side

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Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$650K - $2.17M
For Sale on Trulia:
9 homes
Rent:
$2.89K - $4.25K
For Rent on Trulia:
9 homes
To Downtown Boston:
31 minutes
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What Locals Say about East Side

At least 44 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 86 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Julia S.
    "My parents have lived here since 1991. They enjoy the sense of community, the ability to walk around safely, and the closeness to church, the natural food store, and the hospital. It’s really dog friendly, too."
  • Jenny D.
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for 15 years. I love it here. Clean and houses are kept up. Neighbors are friendly and easy to catch public transportation !"
  • Anna M.
    "There is a dog park not too far from Melrose High school. There are many dog walkers in the area. Melrose is a good community for people who own dogs."
  • Anna M.
    "East Side has numerous schools. It also has a variety of restaurants. Another unique element is that it is close to Wakefield."
  • Anna M.
    "A typical commute is not difficult. There is a train station in Melrose which makes it easier when there is traffic. Melrose is also not too far from Boston, which makes commuting easier."
  • Anna M.
    "There are numerous elementary schools to choose from. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. It is a good place to live for kids."

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