Seller's Agent in 2025
Terry Falcone McCarthy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 435-2001
1 in this area
104 Total Sales
153 Cherry St Malden, MA 02148
Forestdale Neighborhood
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,855
Sq Ft
5,001
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit
- Custom Closet System
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Alex Gentile Memorial Park
About This Home
As of October 2025Don't miss this true gem in Malden's desirable Forestdale neighborhood! Featured on two episodes of Ask This Old House this home boasts irresistible curb appeal, beautiful original details & amazing updates - perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. Relax with your coffee on the front porch. Foyer opens to the spacious living room with wood burning fireplace & crown moldings. Open floor plan kitchen/dining features white cabinetry, granite countertops, ss appliances including gas stove, and 2 custom builts ins in dining area. Easy access to the large deck and private, fenced yard. The second level features three spacious bedrooms and an updated hall bath with beadboard & marble topped vanity. 2 rooms of excellent bonus space on the third floor with heat/AC perfect for office & bedroom. Playroom & 1/2 bath/laundry room in LL with direct access to 1 car garage. Quick walk to Forestdale School. Close to Oak Grove T station, Middlesex Fells. Easy access to major routes & Boston.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont Listed on: 09/24/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,423
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 5,001 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Gentle Sloping Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,855 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Recessed Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Window Screens
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Play Room
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Garage Access
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Forestdale Elementary And Middle School
- Malden High School
Utilities
- 3+ Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 6 Cooling Zones
- 6 Heating Zones
- Air Source Heat Pump
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 599059
Community Details
Recreation
- Park
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 24, 2025
Closed on
Oct 29, 2025
Sold by
Wedenoja Britt and Collins Kevin M
Bought by
Dewey Kristopher J and Chang Anna K
Seller's Agent
Terry Falcone McCarthy
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Buyer's Agent
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
6.45%
Views
23
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-36.63%
Original Mortgage
$695,000
Outstanding Balance
$694,325
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$79,630
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 19, 2017
Closed on
Dec 15, 2017
Sold by
Rivas Sergio A
Bought by
Collins Kevin M and Wedenoja Brittany
Seller's Agent
Seana Gifford
J. Mulkerin Realty
Buyer's Agent
Evita Gonzalez
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-0.98%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.70%
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 15, 2016
Closed on
Jun 22, 2016
Sold by
David M Santo Gen Cont
Bought by
Rivas Sergio A
Seller's Agent
Seana Gifford
J. Mulkerin Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jackie Jaeger
Compass
List Price
$469,900
Sold Price
$480,200
Premium/Discount to List
$10,300
2.19%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.07%
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 5, 2015
Closed on
Dec 7, 2015
Sold by
Casper Daniel
Bought by
David M Santo General
Seller's Agent
Diane Chuha
Bond Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Seana Gifford
J. Mulkerin Realty
List Price
$299,900
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-6.64%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
171.53%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 9, 2013
Sold by
Casper Daniel and Casper Lenore J
Bought by
Casper Daniel
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1992
Sold by
Isidor Yves A
Bought by
Housing Mtg Corp
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $825,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $495,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $480,200 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $280,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $102,200 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $102,200 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $695,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $456,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $456,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 10/29/25 | Sold | $825,000 | +6.5% | $445 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/24/2025 09/24/25 | For Sale | $775,000 | +56.6% | $418 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/15/2017 12/15/17 | Sold | $495,000 | -1.0% | $254 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/06/2017 11/06/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/02/2017 11/02/17 | For Sale | $499,900 | 0.0% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/25/2017 10/25/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/19/2017 10/19/17 | For Sale | $499,900 | +4.1% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/22/2016 06/22/16 | Sold | $480,200 | +2.2% | $247 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/19/2016 04/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/12/2016 04/12/16 | For Sale | $469,900 | +67.8% | $241 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/07/2015 12/07/15 | Sold | $280,000 | -6.6% | $199 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/13/2015 11/13/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/05/2015 11/05/15 | For Sale | $299,900 | -- | $214 / 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 | $84 | $744,100 | $321,800 | $422,300 |
| 2024 | $7,997 | $684,100 | $299,100 | $385,000 |
| 2023 | $7,731 | $634,200 | $272,300 | $361,900 |
| 2022 | $7,221 | $584,700 | $251,600 | $333,100 |
| 2021 | $6,882 | $560,000 | $236,400 | $323,600 |
| 2020 | $6,669 | $527,200 | $225,200 | $302,000 |
| 2019 | $6,313 | $475,700 | $214,500 | $261,200 |
| 2018 | $6,307 | $447,600 | $198,000 | $249,600 |
| 2017 | $5,420 | $382,500 | $189,800 | $192,700 |
| 2016 | $4,788 | $315,800 | $167,100 | $148,700 |
| 2015 | $4,672 | $297,000 | $158,800 | $138,200 |
| 2014 | $4,465 | $277,300 | $144,400 | $132,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Terry Falcone McCarthy
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Kim Walker Chin
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 864-4430
1 in this area
89 Total Sales
-
Seana Gifford
Seller's Agent in 2017
Seana Gifford
J. Mulkerin Realty
(781) 706-2611
56 Total Sales
-
E
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Evita Gonzalez
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
-
Jackie Jaeger
J
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Jackie Jaeger
Compass
(617) 901-4551
17 Total Sales
-
Diane Chuha
Seller's Agent in 2015
Diane Chuha
Bond Realty, Inc.
(781) 870-1717
5 in this area
54 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73434830
APN: MALD-000112-000805-000542
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