$699,900
OPEN SAT 11AM - 12:30PM

128 Forest St Melrose, MA 02176

Melrose East Side Neighborhood

Estimated payment $4,477/month

Total Views 581
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,190 Sq Ft
$588 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Golf Course Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
  • Medical Services
  • 4-minute walk to Lebanon St Playground

About This Home

Charming colonial on tranquil tree-lined street minutes from Oak Grove T, Pine Banks Park, and vibrant downtown Melrose. Inviting front porch welcomes you home. Period details throughout include crown molding, chair rail, and built-in china cabinet in formal dining room. Convenient first floor half bath. Well-appointed kitchen opens to landscaped, tiered backyard featuring stone walls, patio, and mature perennial gardens. Three generous bedrooms upstairs, including primary with walk-in closet and attic access. Full bath with tub/shower combo serves upper level. Fresh paint throughout and new light fixtures enhance the home's character while respecting its vintage appeal. Lower level provides ample storage and practical laundry area. Recent updates blend modern convenience with classic style. Easy access to restaurants, shops, and commuter routes. A perfect blend of location, charm, and functionality.

Listing Agent

Alison Socha

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 06/04/2025

Leading Edge Real Estate

Co-Listing Agent

Kim Izzi

Leading Edge Real Estate

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,580

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Near Conservation Area
  • Gentle Sloping Lot
  • Property is zoned SRA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,190 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Attic Access Panel

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Apply Elementary School
  • Mvmms Middle School
  • MHS High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0E3 P:0000074,655277

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,580

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: 4097

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 120
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 80
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Attic Access
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 169
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Vinyl
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 130
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Chair Rail, Beadboard, Crown Molding
  • Room Kitchen Area: 216
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 182
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1190
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1190
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: AN4643
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 588.15
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 588.15
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Storage
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0E3 P:0000074,655277
  • Zoning: SRA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Gentle Sloping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.28
  • Lot Size Area: 0.28
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12266
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 391

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6580
  • Tax Book Number: 53275

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Mhs
  • Elementary School: Apply
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mvmms

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $66 $664,600 $452,300 $212,300
2024 $6,266 $631,000 $423,100 $207,900
2023 $6,124 $587,700 $393,900 $193,800
2022 $5,988 $566,500 $379,300 $187,200
2021 $5,871 $536,200 $364,700 $171,500
2020 $5,606 $507,300 $335,600 $171,700
2019 $5,183 $479,500 $321,000 $158,500
2018 $4,813 $424,800 $266,300 $158,500
2017 $4,713 $399,400 $255,300 $144,100
2016 $4,341 $352,100 $226,100 $126,000
2015 $4,474 $345,200 $226,100 $119,100
2014 $4,343 $327,000 $207,900 $119,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $699,900 -- $588 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $273,000 --
Deed $141,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $262,626 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $151,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $135,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $112,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73385128

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MELR-000003E-000000-000074

Massachusetts Middlesex County Melrose 02176 Melrose East Side

128 Forest St, Melrose, MA

This home is located at 128 Forest St, Melrose, MA 02176 and is currently priced at $699,900, approximately $588 per square foot. This property was built in 1901. 128 Forest St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Hoover Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, and Winthrop Elementary School.

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