Melrose

 

About the City of Melrose

Melrose is only one of four cities in MA without a major road traversing. There are three commuter rail stops. It’s filled with charming Victorians and a downtown area where anything needed can be found. There are a lot of coffee shops and parks in Melrose.

Most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Melrose and residents tend to be liberal.

The public schools in Melrose are highly rated.

School District Rank: 90th

Best Public High Schools in Greater Boston 2023

Property Tax Rate: 0.99% or $9.93 per $1,000

 
 

Shopping

  • Beacon Hill Wine and Gourmet - High-end shop showcasing fine wines, craft beers & champagne, plus artisanal cheeses, meats & dips.

  • Whole Foods - Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products.

Historic Tid-Bits

  • Melrose was known first as Ponde Fielde due to the abundance of ponds and streams. It was also called Mystic Side since it is located to the north of the Mystic River. The city got its name from the borough in Melrose, Scotland.

 

Restaurants

  • Turner Seafoods – Nautical-themed family-owned seafood outpost with old-school oyster bar, plus fish market

    Giacomo’s - Lively, no frill, Italian American (very popular)

    T’ahpas 529 - A menu featuring classic Spanish tapas & family-style dishes in a modern setting with a full bar

Fun Things to Do

  • Middlesex Fells Reservation - Spanning more than 2000 acres, this

    nature preserve is one of the most beautiful spots in Middlesex County. In

    addition to hiking and walking opportunities, you can also bike or go

    horseback riding on the Reservation’s trails. On spot pond, enjoy catch-

    and-release fishing, or take out your boat or kayak for an awesome day on

    the water!

  • Ell Pond - Another gorgeous spot to get outside in Melrose, Ell Pond is one

    of the largest natural features of the city itself, and features. You can walk

    around the pond or go out on the water; there’s also a dog park for your

    furry best friend!

  • The Melrose Symphony Orchestra (started in 1918) - is the oldest continuing all-volunteer orchestra in the United States of America. Based at Memorial Hall in Melrose, Massachusetts, the orchestra has performed in recent years a Fall and Winter classical concert, as well as a Holiday and May

    Pops