15 Apthorp Rd Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose Highlands Neighborhood
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,720
Sq Ft
0.47
Acres
Highlights
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Melrose Highlands
- Screened Porch
- Roosevelt Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Warren Street Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Have you been looking for "the one" in Melrose? This beautiful 1892 Victorian on 2 lots totaling 20,406 sq ft lot is bursting with potential. Nestled away on a dead end street, this home offers an abundance of privacy and open space. This home has a great open feeling and was designed for entertaining, featuring a gourmet kitchen with 2 sinks, 2 dishwashers, 2 stoves, 2 ovens and Sub-Zero refrigerator. The family room off the kitchen opens up to an oversized deck; perfect for outdoor entertaining. Additional features include replacement windows throughout, charming wood burning stove, hardwood floors, newer heating system, and original details like crown moulding, Reeds Ferry Shed. Attached two bedroom in-law or au pair suite. Future development plans could be to convert to a 6 bedroom, 2.5 bath single with master suite or possibly 2 family, or build on the empty lot. Excellent commuter location offers easy access to Melrose Highlands Commuter rail. Come enjoy all that Melrose offers!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Advisors Living - Winchester Listed on: 10/02/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $97
Year Built
- Built in 1892
Lot Details
- Year Round Access
- Property is zoned URA
Interior Spaces
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Built-In Range
- Disposal
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:B12 P:047-47A
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 23, 2025
Sold by
Bilharz Ailen
Bought by
Lai Shaun A and Hua Phuong M
Seller's Agent
Rachel Lieberman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bonnie Lai
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,215,588
Premium/Discount to List
$116,588
10.61%
Views
52
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-38.84%
Original Mortgage
$715,588
Outstanding Balance
$714,824
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$442,442
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 2, 2019
Closed on
Feb 12, 2020
Sold by
Charles Richard J Est
Bought by
Li Ailen
Seller's Agent
Pirani & Wile Group
Advisors Living - Winchester
Buyer's Agent
Branch Out Residential Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$859,900
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$84,900
-9.87%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.76%
Original Mortgage
$688,000
Interest Rate
3.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 19, 1991
Sold by
Murphy Robert J and Murphy Jane M
Bought by
Charles Jonathan D and Charles Rosalie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,000
Interest Rate
8.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,215,588 | None Available | |
| Not Resolvable | $775,000 | None Available | |
| Not Resolvable | $775,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $174,000 | -- | |
| Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii | $174,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $715,588 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $715,588 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $687,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $688,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | Sold | $1,215,588 | +10.6% | $403 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2025 04/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | For Sale | $1,099,000 | +41.8% | $365 / Sq Ft |
| 02/14/2020 02/14/20 | Sold | $775,000 | -9.9% | $285 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2019 11/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/02/2019 10/02/19 | For Sale | $859,900 | -- | $316 / 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 | $97 | $981,400 | $486,500 | $494,900 |
| 2024 | $9,514 | $958,100 | $472,300 | $485,800 |
| 2023 | $9,179 | $880,900 | $429,400 | $451,500 |
| 2022 | $9,166 | $867,200 | $429,400 | $437,800 |
| 2021 | $7,822 | $714,300 | $400,900 | $313,400 |
| 2020 | $7,423 | $671,800 | $358,200 | $313,600 |
| 2019 | $6,704 | $620,200 | $331,100 | $289,100 |
| 2018 | $6,688 | $590,300 | $301,200 | $289,100 |
| 2017 | $6,472 | $548,500 | $286,900 | $261,600 |
| 2016 | $6,271 | $508,600 | $279,800 | $228,800 |
| 2015 | $5,971 | $460,700 | $244,200 | $216,500 |
| 2014 | $5,740 | $432,200 | $215,700 | $216,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
R
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rachel Lieberman
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Bonnie Lai
RE/MAX
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2020
Pirani & Wile Group
Advisors Living - Winchester
-
P
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Peter Pirani
Advisors Living - Winchester
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Branch Out Residential Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72574184
APN: MELR-000012B-000000-000047-000047A
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