31 Whitman Ave Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose East Side Neighborhood
4
Beds
1
Bath
1,728
Sq Ft
6,534
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Winthrop Elementary School Rated A
About This Home
As of July 2025Melrose east side cape hitting the market for the first time in over 50yrs! Located on a desirable tree lined street, come with your visions and ideas to make this home your own and build instant EQUITY. The first floor offers beautiful hardwood floors, a bright fireplaced living room that leads into the dining and kitchen area along with two generous sized bedrooms and a full bath as well. Upstairs you will find two additional bedrooms with plenty of built ins and storage. Clean the basement up too for some additional living/entertainment space! The back deck leads out to the oversized private yard that is perfect for hosting those summertime BBQ's. About a 1/2 mile from downtown, and just a short walk to the Melrose common and Elementary schools. Schedule your showing today!
Last Buyer's Agent
Sherry Walker
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services License #449517272
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,966
Year Built
- Built in 1950
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Kitchen
- Range
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- MHS High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Heating System Uses Gas
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is zoned URA
- Basement
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0F4 P:0000016
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Clark Amy
Bought by
Manhardt David and Manhardt Samantha
Seller's Agent
Lynn Findlay
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Buyer's Agent
Sabbor Sheikh
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$730,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.53%
Views
58
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.70%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 27, 2020
Closed on
Dec 23, 2020
Sold by
Hayward Rachael M
Bought by
Clark Amy
Seller's Agent
Michael Bekkenhuis
LAER Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Sherry Walker
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
List Price
$599,900
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-3.32%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.23%
Original Mortgage
$464,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 1962
Bought by
Hayward Wilber and Hayward Rachel M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $730,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $580,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $464,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Sold | $730,000 | +1.5% | $379 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $719,000 | +24.0% | $374 / Sq Ft |
| 12/30/2020 12/30/20 | Sold | $580,000 | -3.3% | $336 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2020 12/02/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2020 10/27/20 | For Sale | $599,900 | -- | $347 / 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 | $6,966 | $703,600 | $480,400 | $223,200 |
| 2024 | $6,764 | $681,200 | $466,700 | $214,500 |
| 2023 | $6,832 | $655,700 | $453,000 | $202,700 |
| 2022 | $6,419 | $607,300 | $411,800 | $195,500 |
| 2021 | $6,221 | $568,100 | $384,300 | $183,800 |
| 2020 | $6,279 | $568,200 | $384,300 | $183,900 |
| 2019 | $5,462 | $505,300 | $343,100 | $162,200 |
| 2018 | $5,181 | $457,300 | $295,100 | $162,200 |
| 2017 | $4,983 | $422,300 | $274,500 | $147,800 |
| 2016 | $5,118 | $415,100 | $274,500 | $140,600 |
| 2015 | $5,034 | $388,400 | $260,800 | $127,600 |
| 2014 | $4,793 | $360,900 | $233,300 | $127,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lynn Findlay
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lynn Findlay
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 484-5300
2 in this area
151 Total Sales
-
Martha Delaney
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Martha Delaney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 413-1051
2 in this area
87 Total Sales
-
Neran Rohra
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Neran Rohra
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 455-7732
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
Sabbor Sheikh
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sabbor Sheikh
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 266-4430
3 in this area
118 Total Sales
-
Michael Bekkenhuis
Seller's Agent in 2020
Michael Bekkenhuis
Laer Realty
(781) 346-7645
2 in this area
20 Total Sales
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S
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Sherry Walker
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72748908
APN: MELR-000004F-000000-000016
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