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Melrose Highlands Homes for Sale

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    $1,050,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,951 Sq Ft

    34-36 W Highland Ave, Melrose, MA 02176

    This two-family home is in excellent condition, just a short distance to commuter rail, park, public schools, shopping and more ... First floor unit five rooms, updated kitchen with in-unit washer/dryer, large dining area/room, livingroom and two bedrooms, currently leased through 8/31/26 at $2,600 per month ... Separate entrance second/third floor unit, currently leased at $2,700/mo through

    Mark Linsky At Home Realty, Inc.

    34-36 W Highland Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $445,000 Open Sat 11AM - 12:30PM

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,080 Sq Ft

    53 Melrose St Unit 2B, Melrose, MA 02176

    The Melrose Towers never disappoints. It's reputation for being centrally located, offering great amenities and being really well run makes it a popular choice time and time again. This bright second floor unit is located in building 53 with the indoor pool. Looks like you will have to enjoy that one a bit longer until the outdoor pool opens. Unit 2B offers a traditional Towers layout with an

    Kim Perrotti Leading Edge Real Estate

    53 Melrose St Unit 2B, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $309,999 Open Sat 12PM - 1PM

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 533 Sq Ft

    43-51 Albion St Unit C9, Melrose, MA 02176

    Situated at 51 Albion St U:C9 in the distinguished city of Melrose, Massachusetts, United States, this condominium presents an enduring opportunity for refined urban living. Freshly painted and new USB outlets. This residence offers a well-conceived space, designed for those who appreciate efficiency combined with comfort in an established community setting. Encompassing 533 square feet of

    Cody Chy Escalate Real Estate

    43-51 Albion St Unit C9, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $729,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,372 Sq Ft

    611 Franklin St, Melrose, MA 02176

    Located in the sought-after Highlands neighborhood of Melrose, this charming home offers timeless character and inviting living spaces. The front-to-back living room features hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace and classic built-ins.The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining with hardwood floors, a corner built-in hutch & lovely bow window that fills the space with natural

    Maureen Grant Brad Hutchinson Real Estate

    611 Franklin St, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $950,000 Open Sat 11:30AM - 1PM

    • 5 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 2,045 Sq Ft

    92 Greenwood St, Melrose, MA 02176

    Timeless elegance meets modern comfort in this beautiful home, set in a top-rated school district, just minutes to the Melrose Highlands commuter rail, local restaurants & nearby playgrounds. Thoughtfully improved with new ductless heating & cooling, windows, waterproofed basement, dishwasher, hot water heater & upgraded insulation. Exterior enhancements include fenced yard, retaining wall, 8x10

    Esin Susol Team William Raveis R. E. & Home Services

    92 Greenwood St, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $424,900 Open Sun 12:30PM - 2PM

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 909 Sq Ft

    51 Melrose St Unit 1C, Melrose, MA 02176

    One of the largest one bedroom units at Melrose Towers with 909 square feet all on one floor. This unit is on the first floor so you can access it from the lobby stairs without using the elevator. There are two access doors on either side of the building at ground level that allow entry without any stairs and go straight to the elevator. This unit was renovated from original 7-8 years ago with

    Paul Coogan Brad Hutchinson Real Estate

    51 Melrose St Unit 1C, Melrose, MA 02176
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    $400,000 Open Sat 1PM - 2:30PM

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 818 Sq Ft

    51 Melrose St Unit 1A, Melrose, MA 02176

    This spacious 1 bedroom condominium with 1 parking space at the Melrose Tower Condominum offers convenience and lifestyle amenities such as a parking space just outside the side entrance, elevator access, in-unit laundry, indoor AND outdoor pool, saunas, tennis courts, a recreation room, and supermarket and pharmacy just across the way. This complex also has on-site professional management. The

    Roxanne Curzi Curzi Realty Group LLC

    51 Melrose St Unit 1A, Melrose, MA 02176

Why Live in Melrose Highlands

Melrose Highlands is a picturesque neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets and diverse architectural styles, including ornate Victorian homes, charming bungalows, Cape Cods, colonial-style cottages, and Richardsonian or Queen Anne styles. Housing options range from one to five bedrooms, with condos and townhouses also available. The area features pocket parks like Warren Street Park and larger recreational spaces such as Memorial Knoll and Melrose Dog Park. Middlesex Fells Reservation, a 2,575-acre natural area, offers extensive hiking and biking trails and paddle boat launches. Residents often head to Downtown Melrose for shopping and dining, with the Towers Plaza Shopping Center providing convenient amenities like Whole Foods Market and CVS. The neighborhood is undergoing redevelopment, with new apartments and retail spaces planned. Melrose Highlands hosts the annual Victorian Fair, a major event featuring vendors, carnival rides, and live music. Commuters benefit from a central train station and proximity to Interstate 93 and U.S. Route 1, connecting to Boston within 30 minutes. Boston Logan International Airport is about 10 miles away. Students attend highly rated schools, including Roosevelt Elementary School, Melrose Middle School, and Melrose High School, as well as private options like Greater Boston Academy and St. Joseph School. The neighborhood has a low crime risk compared to the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melrose Highlands a good place to live?
Melrose Highlands is a good place to live. Melrose Highlands is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with great transit options. Melrose Highlands is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Melrose Highlands has 7 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 46. The average household income is $137,841 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 62% of residents. A majority of residents in Melrose Highlands are home owners, with 37.1% of residents renting and 62.9% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Melrose Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Melrose Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is Melrose Highlands, MA a safe neighborhood?
Melrose Highlands, MA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Melrose Highlands?
The median home price in Melrose Highlands is $749,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $150,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,740 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $160K a year to afford the median home price in Melrose Highlands. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Melrose Highlands is $138K.
What are the best public schools in Melrose Highlands?
The best public schools that serve Melrose Highlands are:
What are the best private schools in Melrose Highlands?
The best private schools that serve Melrose Highlands are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Melrose Highlands, Melrose, MA?
The most popular zip codes in Melrose Highlands, Melrose, MA include 02176, 01880, 02180, 01906 and 02148.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Melrose Highlands, Melrose, MA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Melrose Highlands, Melrose, MA are Downtown Melrose, Greenwood, Haywardville, Melrose East Side and Colonial Park.

Home Trends in Melrose Highlands, MA

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$815,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,034,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$524,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$405,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$483
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Months of Supply
1.30
Median List Price
$749,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
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