Seller's Agent in 2019
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 983-9326
5 in this area
259 Total Sales
148 W Foster St Melrose, MA 02176
Downtown Melrose NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $998,000 - $1,225,787
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,603
Sq Ft
$418/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Fruit Trees
- Wood Flooring
- Garden
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
- Porch
About This Home
As of October 2019Lovely two family Victorian steps to the train and Melrose's thriving downtown shops, restaurants and activities! First floor hosts two gathering rooms offering flexible use, two bedrooms, kitchen and bath. Second unit comprises the second and third floors, both levels awash in fabulous natural light. Open living and dining room area features a ribbon of windows offering tree-line views and good scale; the eat-in kitchen showcases exposed brick and beam and ample room to cook and dine. Two bedrooms on the second and an expansive third bedroom in the top-floor with skylights and amazing built-ins. Garage has been transformed into a studio space but could be converted. Amazing back yard garden hosts perennials, vegetables and herbs, a hidden oasis. This home has been expressly maintained to honor her heritage while being updated over time with major systems tackled. This beauty is a terrific opportunity for the investor and owner-investor alike.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $95
Year Built
- Built in 1880
Lot Details
- Year Round Access
- Fruit Trees
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Concrete
- Tile
- Vinyl
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Water Holding Tank
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Basement
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 11, 2019
Closed on
Oct 22, 2019
Sold by
Shaughnessy Edward A
Bought by
Lamarche Matthew P and Lamarche Amy W
Seller's Agent
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Maria Fabiano
Maria Fabiano Realty
List Price
$759,900
Sold Price
$855,000
Premium/Discount to List
$95,100
12.51%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$223,633
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.22%
Original Mortgage
$684,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamarche Matthew P | $855,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lamarche Matthew P | $96,490 | |
| Open | Lamarche Matthew P | $678,000 | |
| Closed | Lamarche Matthew P | $684,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shaughnessy Edward A | $110,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shaughnessy Edward | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shaughnessy Edward A | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shaughnessy Edward A | $132,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2019 10/30/19 | Sold | $855,000 | +12.5% | $328 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2019 09/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/11/2019 09/11/19 | For Sale | $759,900 | -- | $292 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $95 | $963,900 | $448,300 | $515,600 |
| 2024 | $9,021 | $908,500 | $419,400 | $489,100 |
| 2023 | $8,460 | $811,900 | $390,400 | $421,500 |
| 2022 | $8,278 | $783,200 | $376,000 | $407,200 |
| 2021 | $7,870 | $718,700 | $361,500 | $357,200 |
| 2020 | $6,658 | $602,500 | $332,600 | $269,900 |
| 2019 | $6,174 | $571,100 | $310,100 | $261,000 |
| 2018 | $5,772 | $509,400 | $257,300 | $252,100 |
| 2017 | $5,675 | $480,900 | $246,700 | $234,200 |
| 2016 | $5,253 | $426,000 | $218,500 | $207,500 |
| 2015 | $5,289 | $408,100 | $218,500 | $189,600 |
| 2014 | $5,186 | $390,500 | $200,900 | $189,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Maria Fabiano
Maria Fabiano Realty
(617) 794-4257
97 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72560855
APN: MELR-000007C-000000-000024
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