26 Garden St Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose Highlands NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,541/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
- Roosevelt Elementary School Rated A-
- Landscaped Professionally
- 1-minute walk to Warren Street Park
About This Home
Perfectly situated on a corner lot in one of Melrose's most desirable neighborhoods w/ easy access to commuter rail, schools, shopping, and restaurants, this classic center-entrance Colonial offers timeless charm in an unbeatable location! The spacious front-to-back living room features a cozy fireplace and opens to a screened porch-perfect for relaxing on warm summer evenings. A bright, functional kitchen flows into a sunny dining room, creating an inviting space for everyday living & entertaining. Upstairs is a generous main bedroom w/ 2 closets, & 2 addt'l bedrooms (1 w/ a walk in closet!) while a walk-up attic provides great storage. The finished lower level offers a cozy family rm, ideal for movie nights, a playroom, or a home office. Outside, mature plantings, a privacy hedge,& a detached garage complete the property. Fresh neutral paint, beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout, new LVP flooring & new carpeting in the basement make this well-loved home move-in ready!
Listing Agent
Linda Hutchinson
Brad Hutchinson Real Estate Listed on: 07/15/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,283
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 6,926 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned URA
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Garrison Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Shingle Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Partially Finished Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- Property is near golf course, public transit, and schools
Schools
- Apply Elementary School
- Mvmms Middle School
- MHS High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:B12 P:0000077,658487
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Melrose Highlands Subdivision
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $77 | $773,700 | $482,600 | $291,100 |
| 2024 | $7,546 | $759,900 | $468,800 | $291,100 |
| 2023 | $7,509 | $720,600 | $455,000 | $265,600 |
| 2022 | $7,079 | $669,700 | $413,700 | $256,000 |
| 2021 | $6,873 | $627,700 | $386,100 | $241,600 |
| 2020 | $6,937 | $627,800 | $386,100 | $241,700 |
| 2019 | $6,133 | $567,300 | $344,700 | $222,600 |
| 2018 | $5,881 | $519,100 | $296,500 | $222,600 |
| 2017 | $5,692 | $482,400 | $275,800 | $206,600 |
| 2016 | $5,801 | $470,500 | $275,800 | $194,700 |
| 2015 | $5,582 | $430,700 | $262,000 | $168,700 |
| 2014 | $5,353 | $403,100 | $234,400 | $168,700 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2026 07/21/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2026 07/15/26 | For Sale | $874,900 | -- | $480 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73550420
APN: MELR-000012B-000000-000077
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