Melrose, MA Rent History
101 months of data, 2018–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$3,031
1-year change
+3.7%
$109/mo
5-year change
+29.2%
$685/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in Melrose
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $2,114/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2019 | $2,172/mo | +2.7% | +2.7% |
| 2020 | $2,261/mo | +4.1% | +7.0% |
| 2021 | $2,184/mo | -3.4% | +3.3% |
| 2022 | $2,549/mo | +16.7% | +20.6% |
| 2023 | $2,713/mo | +6.4% | +28.3% |
| 2024 | $2,836/mo | +4.5% | +34.2% |
| 2025 | $2,881/mo | +1.6% | +36.3% |
| 2026 | $2,945/mo | +2.2% | +39.3% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in Melrose changed since 2018?
Median rent in Melrose, MA was $2,114 in 2018-04 and is $3,031 as of 2026-09 — a change of $917 per month over 8 years.
How much has Melrose rent increased in the last 5 years?
Over the past 5 years, median rent in Melrose, MA has changed +29.2% ($685 per month). The current median is $3,031.
Is rent in Melrose going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in Melrose, MA has increased +3.7% ($109/mo). Current median: $3,031.