$799,900
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188 Florence St Melrose, MA 02176

Wyoming Neighborhood

Estimated payment $5,024/month

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,406 Sq Ft
$569 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1-minute walk to Gooch Park

About This Home

Tucked into one of Melrose's most cherished neighborhoods, this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial offers more than just a home, it offers a lifestyle. Enjoy a short stroll to downtown shops and restaurants, the library, farmers market, commuter rail, and neighborhood favorites like Table 4. Overlooking Gooch Park, the setting provides a rare sense of openness just moments from downtown. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic character, the home features mini-split heating and cooling, solar panels, a first-floor half bath, and a dedicated home office that could also serve as a playroom. The inviting front porch is a favorite gathering spot, screened during the warmer months for outdoor dining, relaxing, and connecting with neighbors. Cement-board siding, architectural shingles inspired by the home's original design, and a timeless color palette enhance its curb appeal. A wonderful blend of character, convenience, and community.

Listing Agent

Kim Izzi

Leading Edge Real Estate Listed on: 08/19/2026

Leading Edge Real Estate

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,528

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 3,890 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned URA

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Shared Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Batts Insulation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,406 Sq Ft Home
  • Crown Molding
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Screens
  • Pocket Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Screened Porch
  • Attic Access Panel

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Soaking Tub
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Home Security

  • Storm Windows
  • Storm Doors

Outdoor Features

  • Bulkhead
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools

Schools

  • Apply Elementary School
  • Mvmms Middle School
  • MHS High School

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:0B7 P:0000054,653115

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Near Conservation Area

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,528

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

3,890 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • MLSPIN_ADU: N
  • MLSPIN_BEACHFRONT_FLAG: No
  • Special Features: 257

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Office, Foyer
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Attic Access
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Pocket Door
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1406
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1406
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
  • MAIN LO: AN4643
  • Insulation: Full, Blown In, Fiberglass - Batts

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Porch - Screened, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Screened, Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:0B7 P:0000054,653115
  • Zoning: URA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3890
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7528

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

MLS Schools

  • High School: Mhs
  • Elementary School: Apply
  • Middle Or Junior School: Mvmms

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Home Values in the Area

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Average Home Value in this Area

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Tax History

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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 $7,303 $737,700 $453,300 $284,400
2024 $7,132 $718,200 $440,000 $278,200
2023 $6,894 $661,600 $400,000 $261,600
2022 $6,895 $652,300 $400,000 $252,300
2021 $6,453 $589,300 $373,300 $216,000
2020 $6,072 $549,500 $333,300 $216,200
2019 $5,485 $507,400 $308,000 $199,400
2018 $5,432 $479,400 $280,000 $199,400
2017 $5,284 $447,800 $266,700 $181,100
2016 $5,149 $417,600 $260,000 $157,600
2015 $4,831 $372,800 $226,700 $146,100
2014 $4,596 $346,100 $200,000 $146,100
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/19/2026 08/19/26 For Sale $799,900 -- $569 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Deed $340,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $500,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $214,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $75,000 No Value Available
Closed $260,000 No Value Available
Closed $272,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $296,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73565475

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MELR-000007B-000000-000054

Massachusetts Middlesex County Melrose 02176 Wyoming

188 Florence St, Melrose, MA

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