78 Bellevue Ave Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose East Side Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,263
Sq Ft
6,525
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Custom Closet System
- Winthrop Elementary School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
About This Home
As of March 2025Meticulously Maintained Quintessential 4BR, 2.5BA New England Style Colonial located in the ever so beautiful Horace Mann Neighborhood. Centrally situated on one of Melrose's most prettiest streets, this home boasts an updated kitchen w/gas cooking, SS appliances, new backsplash, and leads to your formal DR with built-in China Cabinet perfect for holiday entertaining. Relax in your LR with new gas fireplace insert, or get some work done in your main floor sunny office recently renovated with vaulted ceilings and wainscoting. The 2nd floor consists of 3BR's, including the Primary w/private bath updated with slate tile floors, over-sized subway tiles. This home has amazing period details with chair rails, crown molding, and HW oak floors throughout. Updates include all bathrooms, new roof, Burnham boiler, high efficiency tankless H20 heater, Pella windows, rear shed, deck, raised flower beds, and a professionally landscaped yard! Open Houses Sat 2/15 & Sun 2/16 from 11:30-1pm!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,639
Year Built
- Built in 1915 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,525 Sq Ft Lot
- Near Conservation Area
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,263 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Wainscoting
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Attic Access Panel
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Block Basement Construction
- Laundry in Basement
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Horace Mann Elementary School
- Vet. Memorial Middle School
- Melrose High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Bulkhead
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 655163
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Horace Mann Subdivision
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2014
Closed on
Jul 10, 2014
Sold by
Faller T
Bought by
Fulford J S and Johnsotn Russell D
Seller's Agent
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Greg DiGiorgio
DiGiorgio Realty Group
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$591,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
2.78%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$655,974
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.71%
Original Mortgage
$470,350
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2009
Sold by
Faller Alan J and Faller Ruth G
Bought by
Faller Tr Frederick W and Faller Grant A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 1991
Sold by
Tibbetts Leon C and Tibbetts Doris
Bought by
Faller Alan J and Faller Ruth
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $591,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $200,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $1,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $281,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $470,350 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $104,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/14/2025 03/14/25 | Sold | $1,250,000 | +11.1% | $552 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2025 02/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/12/2025 02/12/25 | For Sale | $1,125,000 | +90.4% | $497 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2014 07/10/14 | Sold | $591,000 | +2.8% | $261 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2014 06/04/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2014 05/28/14 | For Sale | $575,000 | -- | $254 / 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 | $9,610 | $970,700 | $508,000 | $462,700 |
| 2024 | $9,639 | $970,700 | $508,000 | $462,700 |
| 2023 | $9,099 | $873,200 | $453,100 | $420,100 |
| 2022 | $8,783 | $830,900 | $425,600 | $405,300 |
| 2021 | $8,343 | $761,900 | $384,400 | $377,500 |
| 2020 | $8,419 | $761,900 | $384,400 | $377,500 |
| 2019 | $7,582 | $701,400 | $347,300 | $354,100 |
| 2018 | $7,590 | $669,900 | $315,800 | $354,100 |
| 2017 | $7,333 | $621,400 | $302,000 | $319,400 |
| 2016 | $7,208 | $584,600 | $288,300 | $296,300 |
| 2015 | $6,821 | $526,300 | $274,600 | $251,700 |
| 2014 | $6,807 | $512,600 | $260,900 | $251,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Greg DiGiorgio
G
Seller's Agent in 2025
Greg DiGiorgio
DiGiorgio Realty Group
(617) 233-4530
1 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Tyler Lecao
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tyler Lecao
BA Property & Lifestyle Advisors
(508) 649-3880
3 in this area
182 Total Sales
-
Alison Socha
Seller's Agent in 2014
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 983-9326
32 in this area
257 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73334735
APN: MELR-000009D-000000-000098
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