“I cannot say enough wonderful things about Mary! As a first time homebuyer, I was nervous and overwhelmed going into the process, but Mary made the entire experience so much easier and less intimidating. From start to finish, she provided incredible guidance, answered all of my questions, and always made sure I felt confident in my decisions. Her knowledge, patience, and dedication truly made all the difference. Even when we faced unexpected obstacles along the way, Mary went above and beyond to help navigate them and ensure everything came together. She genuinely cares about her clients and always had my best interests at heart. I am so grateful to have had Mary by my side throughout such an important milestone in my life. I couldn’t have asked for a better realtor and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
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Melrose real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Melrose real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Melrose
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Melrose
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Quarterly Pricing Trends for Melrose
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Melrose
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Melrose
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Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Melrose
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Inventory in Melrose has tightened over the past year, with active listings down more than 20 percent in this rolling three-month view and just 14 homes on the market. Contract activity has cooled even more, as new listings and pending sales have both dropped by roughly half compared with a year ago, pointing to fewer homes cycling through the market.
Pricing, however, has stayed firm to stronger despite slower turnover. Typical home values are up about 8 percent year over year, and the average sale-to-list ratio sits above 105 percent, showing that closed sales are still landing over asking on average.
Speed conditions show a split picture, with a very low 2.7 months of supply matching the wider Albany market but a modest uptick in days on market from a year ago. With about two-thirds of recent sales closing above the list price in this three-month window, buyers and sellers can both benefit from an Agent Pronto–recommended agent who understands how to navigate limited options and strong pricing power.
Learn more about what Melrose has to offer.
Melrose offers residents a welcoming, closely knit community with walkable streets, green spaces, diverse local amenities, and a strong sense of neighborhood connection.
Melrose in Albany is a compact, walkable neighborhood that combines quiet residential streets with easy access to key city destinations. Located northwest of downtown, it offers quick connections to Albany, I‑90, and Colonie, making daily commuting straightforward.
Tree‑lined blocks of single‑family homes and small apartment buildings give Melrose a practical, lived‑in feel. Residents are a short drive from shopping and services along Central Avenue and Everett Road, while the nearby Westland Hills Park provides playgrounds, ballfields, and seasonal ice skating. Families appreciate access to Albany City Schools, including Albany High School just south of the neighborhood.
Everyday errands are simple. Groceries, pharmacies, and casual dining are close at hand, and downtown destinations like Washington Park and the Albany Public Library are within a short drive. Entertainment and employment centers at the MVP Arena and Empire State Plaza are also conveniently reachable, expanding options for work and leisure.
For buyers, understanding block‑by‑block differences in traffic, parking, and property age is essential. For sellers, pricing correctly in relation to nearby neighborhoods such as Pine Hills and Manning Boulevard can make a real difference in time on market. A local Agent Pronto partner who knows Melrose can streamline decisions, reduce stress, and guide both buyers and sellers through each step with confidence.
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“Kati was incredible and went above and beyond. When I tell people about how much she helped me they say usually realtors don’t do all that. She truly works all day and night and I would never work with anyone but her again. I cannot express how grateful I am for her assistance in this chaotic process and could not have done it without her!”
“Alex was amazing and super helpful in assisting me with my first house purchase. I came in with little to no knowledge and left owning a house that I really love!”
“Aaron was absolutely amazing from start to finish. We liked him immediately—we have a lot in common, and his tie-less style worked with our own attitudes, humor, and personalities. He might not be formally dressed, but he is incredibly professional and knowledgeable, and he was easy to communicate with throughout the process. Our timeline was compressed, and Aaron went with it. He helped us find the most beautiful house, and then walked us through every step of the process, including explaining any issues that came up and handling tricky communications. He even helped reassure us when we were stressed and despondent. He is a remarkable real estate agent and a truly good guy. We are so grateful for and to him. We can’t recommend him enough.”
“Alexis was amazing right from the start. She answered every question I threw at her and even pointed out things I didn’t think to ask about. Her timeliness for responses was impressive. Friendly, knowledgeable and responsive; all around great experience!”
“Excellent realtor, clearly knows the market and the details of living in the Albany area. Worked with the house inspector and various contractors by being available to open the house. Took several weekends to show houses and was prompt with answers to our questions. Great experience.”
“Angela did an incredible job helping my husband and I navigate through first time home buying. She is extremely responsive, goes above and beyond to get answers, and has a ton of knowledge on the area.”
“If you’re looking for a real estate agent that is professional, knowledgeable, responsive, patient, and caring, Chris is who you want. From the beginning, Chris was positive and welcoming and I felt my business was appreciated. Chris answered any and all of my questions immediately. He is great at explaining things and extremely patient. We had some hurdles (out of our control), but he was very reassuring. Real estate transactions can be very stressful, especially when things are moving quickly. I’m glad I had Chris as an agent, he helped me not to panic and I was able to take it easy and not worry. I highly recommend Chris, he is top notch! Thanks a million, Chris!”
“Kaile did an amazing job helping me purchase my first investment property. She was knowledgeable about the area which helped when choosing a property. She took a lot of time to assist me with all my questions along the way. I look forward to purchasing future properties with her.”
“We have been working with Monika since last fall. She’s helped us with a rental and now our dream home! She is patient, responsive, knowledgeable, attentive and caring. She has become a very good friend through the process, and we are so grateful to have worked with her. ??”
“Harold Baldwin was a great assist to me for purchasing my new home. He was able to help me get assistance to help with the purchase of the home. Harold is the best - very knowledgeable, kind, understanding and looked for homes exactly what is asked of. Couldn't ask for a better Realtor! Thank you so much.”
“It was an absolute pleasure working with Kevin he was very professional and at the same time very personal and Hands-On he acted as if he had known you forever he was very real! Wonderful personality and a wonderful job I would highly recommend him to anyone!”
“I got a good agent who was attentive to my needs. He displayed patience and kindness toward this sometimes nervous first-time seller. Very pleased with Peter!”
“Karyn was amazing! She was very knowledgeable about the area. Quick to respond to all emails, texts and phone calls with questions I had. She was professional and fought for me when we were put in a difficult position. I would highly recommend her!”
“I found Lori to be very professional and helpful. We sold our house within two months. She made herself available for open houses and anything we asked of her. She gave us great ideas to prepare our home for multiple showings. Followed up with anyone that came to our open houses and researched other homes that were sold in our area. Always looked professional as well. I would definitely recommend Lori.”
“Yup all 5 stars because she is the best! Chandra is easy to work with, therapy included was no extra charge. She got the job done quickly. She didn’t miss a beat and went all out. I’m super grateful I chose her to guide me through this whole process.”
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