NOT LISTED FOR SALE

187 Melrose Ave Needham, MA 02492

Estimated Value: $2,116,742 - $2,461,000

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,240 Sq Ft
$701/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 20, 2016

Last sale price $1,310,000 $404 Per Sq Ft

Est. 73% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,372/month

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2016

Fantastic young colonial located in sought after Mitchell School district with only a short walk to town, schools and trains. Beautiful private back yard professionally landscaped with lovely custom built patio!! Elegant living room with pillars leading to dining room. A bright sunny kitchen features ample storage, granite counter tops, an island, eat-in area open to a cosy family room with a large traditional New England wood burning fire place. Private front office and hardwood throughout completes the first floor. Amazing master suite boasts spa like master bath, his and her walk-in closet with a quiet bonus sitting room. Terrific additional 900 sq.ft. of living area with a full bath on lower level!! Just the house you've been waiting for, in a truly superb location!!

Last Listed By

Cherstine Slicklen

Compass Listed on: 05/25/2016

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,835

Year Built

2001

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2001

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Wall Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Electric: 200 Amps
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors
  • Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Insulation: Full, Fiberglass
  • Basement: Full, Finished, Bulkhead
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 15X10
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 13X12
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 13X11
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #3: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 21X12
  • Laundry Room: Second Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor, 13X13
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 30X15
  • Master Bedroom Description: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Fireplace, Ceiling - Cathedral, Closet - Linen, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 15X13
  • Family Room: First Floor, 20X15
  • Oth1 Room Name: Play Room
  • Oth1 Dimen: 24X34
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet - Walk-in, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting, Walk-in Storage
  • Oth2 Room Name: Office
  • Oth2 Dimen: 12X11
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water Baseboard, Oil
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: Mitchell
  • Middle School: Pollard/Hr
  • High School: Needham High

Lot Info

  • Zoning: SBR

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2023
Sold by
Kalaw Lindsay V and Kalaw Jose A
Bought by
Lindsay V Kalaw Lt and Kalaw
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$2,272,436

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2001
Sold by
Slicklen Bldrs Inc and Slicklen Bldrs Inc
Bought by
Bowers Christopher and Bowers Lynette

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2000
Sold by
Sheer Peter D and Sheer Piper M
Bought by
Slicklen Bldrs Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1994
Sold by
Krifcher Daniel J
Bought by
Sheer Peter D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 1988
Sold by
Kelleher Kevin J
Bought by
Krifcher Daniel J

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lindsay V Kalaw Lt -- None Available
Lindsay V Kalaw Lt -- None Available
Bowers Christopher $865,000 --
Sheer Peter D $229,000 --
Bowers Christopher $865,000 --
Slicklen Bldrs Inc $380,000 --
Sheer Peter D $229,000 --
Krifcher Daniel J $217,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kalaw Lindsay $777,000
Previous Owner Kalaw Lindsay V $150,000
Previous Owner Kalaw Lindsay V $870,000
Previous Owner Bowers Christopher $250,000
Previous Owner Bowers Christopher $315,000
Previous Owner Krifcher Daniel J $343,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2016 07/20/16 Sold $1,310,000 +0.8% $404 / Sq Ft
05/30/2016 05/30/16 Pending -- -- --
05/25/2016 05/25/16 For Sale $1,299,000 -- $401 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $19,835 $1,871,200 $790,800 $1,080,400
2024 $19,467 $1,554,900 $574,300 $980,600
2023 $19,145 $1,468,200 $574,300 $893,900
2022 $18,417 $1,377,500 $531,800 $845,700
2021 $17,949 $1,377,500 $531,800 $845,700
2020 $16,690 $1,336,300 $531,800 $804,500
2019 $15,707 $1,267,700 $483,400 $784,300
2018 $15,060 $1,267,700 $483,400 $784,300
2017 $14,357 $1,207,500 $483,400 $724,100
2016 $14,023 $1,215,200 $483,400 $731,800
2015 $13,720 $1,215,200 $483,400 $731,800
2014 $13,090 $1,124,600 $420,300 $704,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72012040

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: NEED-000048-000016