Melrose, MA rental market
Last updated August 11, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Melrose, MA is $2,902.
$2,902
-$298
+$402
53
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,850 to $7,864.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,800 | 4 |
| $1,900 | 4 |
| $2,000 | 3 |
| $2,100 | 3 |
| $2,200 | 6 |
| $2,300 | 4 |
| $2,400 | 2 |
| $2,500 | 7 |
| $2,600 | 4 |
| $2,700 | 2 |
| $2,800 | 3 |
| $2,900 | 7 |
| $3,000 | 4 |
| $3,100 | 7 |
| $3,200 | 5 |
| $3,300 | 2 |
| $3,400 | 5 |
| $3,500 | 5 |
| $3,600 | 1 |
| $3,800 | 1 |
| $3,900 | 1 |
| $4,000 | 1 |
| $4,800 | 1 |
| $5,000+ | 3 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $402 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,575 | $2,500 |
| Feb | $2,300 | $2,500 |
| Mar | $2,350 | $2,600 |
| Apr | $2,350 | $2,620 |
| May | $2,300 | $2,500 |
| Jun | $2,350 | $2,825 |
| Jul | $2,500 | $3,100 |
| Aug | $2,600 | $2,950 |
| Sep | $2,569 | No data |
| Oct | $2,500 | No data |
| Nov | $2,550 | No data |
| Dec | $2,300 | No data |
Market temperature
The Melrose, MA rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Melrose, MA is 38% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Melrose, MA?
The average rent in Melrose, MA is $2,902.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Melrose, MA?
Houses in Melrose, MA rent between $1,850 - $7,864 with an average rent of $2,902.
3. How has the rent in Melrose, MA changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Melrose, MA increased by $402
4. How much has the rent in Melrose, MA increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Melrose, MA decreased by $298
5. How many available rentals are there in Melrose, MA?
There are currently 53 rentals available in Melrose, MA.
6. How do rent prices in Melrose, MA compare with the national average?
The average rent in Melrose, MA is $2,902 — 38.19% higher the national average of $2,100.