Melrose

Neighbor to Medford but otherwise quite different, Melrose has blossomed recently due to excellent town leadership attracting restaurants and family desirables just North of Boston. Far less expensive than its neighbor Winchester, Melrose has good schools and a community feel that has given families a nicer alternative than some of the surrounding choices. Melrose has a commuter rail, Wholefoods, and a fabulous downtown, and was recently listed as the 9th best small town in America.