161 Playstead Rd Medford, MA 02155
West Medford Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,500
Sq Ft
5,663
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of August 2022Sunny West Medford Dutch Colonial in move-in condition with meticulous landscaping and delightful secret garden. A generously-sized living room with a fire place and original gumwood opens to an adjoining sunroom. A bright, modern kitchen with black granite countertops, white cabinetry, stainless appliances and recessed lighting blends so well with the character of the home. A formal dining room has lovely lighted china cabinet. Entry hall and half bath also on the first floor. Upstairs are three bedrooms, a linen closet and a large updated bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and a walk-in shower. There is an attractive side porch off the sunroom/den and a detached one-car garage. Sprinkler system. Stops for the #95 bus to Sullivan Square and the #326 Express bus to Haymarket are across the street. The Lowell Line commuter rail stops in West Medford Sq., minutes from the house. Open Houses Sat and Sun, Sep 24 & 25 11:30-1PM. Offers by 2pm Tue, Sep27
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Mary Lou Bigelow
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/21/2016
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$6,598
Year Built
1935
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Easements
- Property Type: Single Family
- Other Agent: 1.50
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1935
Interior Features
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Fireplaces: 1
- Has Basement: Yes
- Fireplaces: 1
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station
- Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
- Energy: Storm Windows, Storm Doors
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate
- Interior Amenities: Cable Available, French Doors
- Basement: Full, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor
- Bathroom #1: Second Floor
- Bathroom #2: First Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor
- Laundry Room: Basement
- Living Room: First Floor
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor
- Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Dining Room: First Floor
- Oth1 Room Name: Den
Exterior Features
- Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior: Shingles, Wood, Brick
- Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Garden Area
- Foundation: Concrete Block
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Heating: Steam, Gas, Electric
- Heat Zones: 1
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Schools
- Elementary School: Brooks
- Middle School: McGlynn/Andrews
- High School: Medford High
Lot Info
- Zoning: SF1
Multi Family
- Foundation: 696
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 21, 2016
Closed on
Nov 21, 2016
Sold by
Maryellen P Mccarthy R
Bought by
Dipasquale David M and Dipasquale Farah B
Seller's Agent
Mary Lou Bigelow
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Demeo Realty Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$620,000
Premium/Discount to List
$45,000
7.83%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.41%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2016
Sold by
Mccarthy Allan J and Mccarthy Maryellen P
Bought by
Maryellen P Mccarthy R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 1995
Sold by
Forrest Anne M
Bought by
Mccarthy Allan J and Mccarthy Maryellen P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,400
Interest Rate
7.48%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $620,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $153,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $620,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $480,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $400,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $122,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | For Sale | $975,000 | +17.9% | $650 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2022 08/22/22 | Sold | $827,000 | -1.5% | $551 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2022 07/15/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | Price Changed | $839,900 | -6.7% | $560 / Sq Ft |
| 07/05/2022 07/05/22 | Price Changed | $899,900 | -4.3% | $600 / Sq Ft |
| 06/27/2022 06/27/22 | For Sale | $939,900 | +51.6% | $627 / Sq Ft |
| 11/21/2016 11/21/16 | Sold | $620,000 | +7.8% | $413 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2016 09/29/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/21/2016 09/21/16 | For Sale | $575,000 | -- | $383 / 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 | $6,598 | $774,400 | $442,200 | $332,200 |
| 2024 | $6,598 | $774,400 | $442,200 | $332,200 |
| 2023 | $6,276 | $725,500 | $413,300 | $312,200 |
| 2022 | $6,099 | $676,900 | $375,700 | $301,200 |
| 2021 | $5,917 | $628,800 | $357,800 | $271,000 |
| 2020 | $5,798 | $631,600 | $357,800 | $273,800 |
| 2019 | $5,553 | $578,400 | $325,300 | $253,100 |
| 2018 | $5,452 | $532,400 | $295,700 | $236,700 |
| 2017 | $5,291 | $501,000 | $276,300 | $224,700 |
| 2016 | $4,860 | $434,300 | $251,200 | $183,100 |
| 2015 | $4,720 | $403,400 | $239,300 | $164,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lara Gordon
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
-
B
Seller's Agent in 2022
Brian Marques
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Page Realty
-
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Albert Marques
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Page Realty
-
P
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Patricia McTague
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2016
Mary Lou Bigelow
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Demeo Realty Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72071038
APN: MEDF-000004-000000-H000021
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