NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $661,936 - $795,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,323 Sq Ft
$561/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 30, 2014

Last sale price $381,000 $288 Per Sq Ft

Est. 95% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,157/month

39 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2014

HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE Including price and terms by 6:30PM 11/25 - Come see this beautifully updated Melrose home! Located just a 10 minute walk away from the commuter rail and quaint downtown where you can enjoy dining on a variety of foods and shopping. A foodie & commuter's dream, just 7 miles north of Boston. Get your life back and save commuting time. Just wait until you see the kitchen with open dining room. Priced to sell quickly! quick closing is possible! All offers will be reviewed and finalized on Tuesday November 25th by 8pm. First showing to begin at the open house on Sunday.

Last Listed By

Christina Lazrak

LAER Realty Partners License #456010466 Listed on: 11/19/2014

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$57

Year Built

1880

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Paved Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1880

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station
  • Energy: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 13X10
  • Bedroom 3: Third Floor, 25X11
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 25X12
  • Living Room: First Floor, 19X14
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 13X11
  • Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Aluminum
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation: Fieldstone

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 19, 2014
Closed on
Dec 29, 2014
Sold by
Cognata Mark
Bought by
Rains David M
Seller's Agent
Christina Lazrak
LAER Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Christine Goulding
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$381,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,100
8.89%
Total Days on Market
39
Current Estimated Value
$741,734

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$360,734
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.33%
Original Mortgage
$216,000
Outstanding Balance
$169,825
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$552,198

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2008
Sold by
Parsons Elaine C and Parsons Richard J
Bought by
Cognata Mark

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,430
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Range of Values:

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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
Rains David M $381,000 --
Cognata Mark $281,150 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rains David M $216,000
Previous Owner Cognata Mark $261,500
Previous Owner Cognata Mark $274,486
Previous Owner Cognata Mark $270,430
Previous Owner Parsons Elaine C $217,000
Previous Owner Parsons Elaine C $210,000
Previous Owner Parsons Richard J $137,100
Previous Owner Parsons Richard J $90,000
Previous Owner Parsons Richard J $140,100
Previous Owner Parsons Richard J $123,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/30/2014 12/30/14 Sold $381,000 0.0% $288 / Sq Ft
12/28/2014 12/28/14 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2014 11/26/14 Off Market $381,000 -- --
11/19/2014 11/19/14 For Sale $349,900 -- $264 / 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 $57 $579,600 $361,900 $217,700
2024 $5,603 $564,200 $351,200 $213,000
2023 $5,374 $515,700 $319,300 $196,400
2022 $5,377 $508,700 $319,300 $189,400
2021 $5,185 $473,500 $298,000 $175,500
2020 $4,880 $441,600 $266,100 $175,500
2019 $4,405 $407,500 $245,900 $161,600
2018 $4,363 $385,100 $223,500 $161,600
2017 $4,241 $359,400 $212,900 $146,500
2016 $4,138 $335,600 $207,500 $128,100
2015 $3,914 $302,000 $180,900 $121,100
2014 $3,729 $280,800 $159,700 $121,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71770334

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MELR-000008B-000000-000011