NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $700,973 - $775,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
1916 Built

Last Sold March 26, 2020

Last sale price $955,000 $455 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,590/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Hardy Elementary School Rated A
  • Central Air

About This Home

As of March 2020

Sunsplashed bi-level condo in the HOTTEST location in East Arlington! Huge and meticulously cared for beauty is ONE OF A KIND. Situated on a quiet one way street just off Mass Ave, this second and third floor stunner is loaded with character and many updates since 2014 renovation. Stairs lead to the welcoming foyer with a built-in bench to take shoes off. Living and dining rooms flow into a wide open kitchen with custom breakfast bar and island, as well as soaring ceilings. There are 3-4 total bedrooms (including the master with walk-in), a home office or extra bedroom, laundry room, two full baths, and a charming reading alcove with window seat on the third floor. The unheard of in Arlington exists in this condo, BOTH Central Air AND a spacious garage with great driveway parking. Stroll down to all the eclectic restaurants, shops, and the infamous cinema of Capitol Square. Short walk to Alewife, the 77 bus to Harvard, or jump on the nearby Bike Path. A lifestyle game changer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Holt

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 02/20/2020

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Maureen DeLeo

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,261

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:003.A B:0002 L:0007.7

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,261

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: 2/3 Family
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 394.76
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Unit Building: 7
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Upper
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1916

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Third Floor, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Walk-in, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Third Floor, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Second Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Third Floor, Bathroom - Full
  • No Rooms: 7
  • Dining Room: On Level: Second Floor, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Kitchen: On Level: Second Floor, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Laundry: On Level: Third Floor, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
  • Living Room: On Level: Second Floor, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 2
  • Main Lo: AC1277
  • Main So: BB3298
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2100.00

Exterior Features

  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Composite

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators, Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Public School, T-Station
  • HOA Fees: 192.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: 5-7 Melrose Street Condominium

Schools

  • Elementary School: Hardy
  • Middle School: Gibbs/Ottoson
  • High School: Arlington High

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 665800.00
  • Page: 140
  • Parcel Number: M:003.A B:0002 L:0007.7
  • Zoning: R2

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 7497.00

Multi Family

  • No Units: 2
  • No Units Owner Occ: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 2008
Sold by
Russo Joseph N
Bought by
Marple Melonie and Angus Neil J
Total Days on Market
5
Current Estimated Value
$743,243

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Marple Melonie $325,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Angus Neil J $205,000
Closed Angus Neil J $235,000
Closed Marple Melonie $260,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/26/2020 03/26/20 Sold $955,000 +15.2% $455 / Sq Ft
02/25/2020 02/25/20 Pending -- -- --
02/20/2020 02/20/20 For Sale $829,000 -- $395 / 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 $5,261 $488,500 $0 $488,500
2024 $5,030 $475,000 $0 $475,000
2023 $5,138 $458,300 $0 $458,300
2022 $5,091 $445,800 $0 $445,800
2021 $4,868 $429,300 $0 $429,300
2020 $4,679 $423,100 $0 $423,100
2019 $4,924 $437,300 $0 $437,300
2018 $4,700 $387,500 $0 $387,500
2017 $4,445 $353,900 $0 $353,900
2016 $4,545 $355,100 $0 $355,100
2015 $4,453 $328,600 $0 $328,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72621821

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: ARLI-000003A-000002-000055