$790,000
SOLD APR 11, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,440 Sq Ft
4,254 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$549 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Porch
  • Winthrop Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Melrose Common

About This Home

As of April 2025

This delightful home, nestled off of the street on a private lot, has modern updates and timeless charm. A welcoming farmer's porch leads from the level front yard or driveway to an entryway or mudroom. The newly painted eat-in kitchen features quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, while the spacious living and dining area showcases panel molding, brick wall, and built-in corner hutch. Upstairs are two ample bedrooms, the larger has multiple closet systems and the perfect space for a king-sized bed. Recently renovated full bathroom with handsome vanity, tile, and wainscoting. The lower level has fresh paint, flooring, and a bedroom with great lighting. Additional basement amenities include a laundry area, workshop, and cedar closet. Located in desirable East side of Melrose, just a few blocks from Melrose Common, it's an easy walk to parks, downtown, and the Commuter Rail. Roof, hot water heater, mini-split AC, and more are 5 years or younger; ready to move-in and love!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Sampson

Burns Realty & Investments Listed on: 03/20/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

The Movement Group

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,526

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 4,254 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned URA

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 4 Car Parking Spaces
  • Shared Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 656789

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,526

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1176
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 264
  • Living Area: 1440
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN2838
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 510.42
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 548.61
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 656789
  • Zoning: URA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Lot Size Area: 0.1
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4254
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 275
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6526
  • Tax Book Number: 80509

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 2018
Sold by
Delani Peter K
Bought by
Williams Brian J and Williams Dana L
Current Estimated Value
$787,578

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$346,500
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2004
Sold by
Lightbown Karen M and Spaeder Karen M
Bought by
Delani Peter K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 1993
Sold by
Poole Patricia J
Bought by
Lightbown William J and Spaeder Karen M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,600
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $385,000 --
Deed $355,000 --
Deed $127,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $555,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $630,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $338,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Closed $346,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $298,500 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $30,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $333,700 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $50,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $85,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $101,600 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $80,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Sold $790,000 +7.5% $549 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 Pending -- -- --
03/20/2025 03/20/25 For Sale $735,000 +5.0% $510 / Sq Ft
07/29/2022 07/29/22 Sold $700,000 +27.3% $486 / Sq Ft
06/27/2022 06/27/22 Pending -- -- --
06/23/2022 06/23/22 For Sale $549,900 -- $382 / 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 $6,526 $659,200 $415,000 $244,200
2024 $6,156 $619,900 $388,300 $231,600
2023 $5,794 $556,000 $361,500 $194,500
2022 $5,669 $536,300 $348,100 $188,200
2021 $5,523 $504,400 $334,700 $169,700
2020 $5,280 $477,800 $307,900 $169,900
2019 $4,882 $451,600 $294,500 $157,100
2018 $4,548 $401,400 $244,300 $157,100
2017 $4,457 $377,700 $234,300 $143,400
2016 $4,117 $333,900 $207,500 $126,400
2015 $4,185 $322,900 $207,500 $115,400
2014 $4,066 $306,200 $190,800 $115,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73348304

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MELR-000007F-000000-000076A