O
Seller's Agent in 2023
O'Connor & Highland
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(508) 251-9667
1 in this area
217 Total Sales
8 Church St Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose East Side NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $848,000 - $910,786
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,654
Sq Ft
$529/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Open Floorplan
- Property is near public transit
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2023Charming 3 bed NE colonial with farmers porch overlooking gorgeous manicured yard. High ceilings, hardwood flooring, first floor half bath and laundry room, ample windows, central heat & A/C. Many recent updates (see attached) including roof, systems and exterior painting. Large eat-in kitchen with views overlooking the yard. Generously sized bedrooms and recently refreshed second floor bathroom with skylight. Finished lower level & large basement storage area. A gardener's paradise awaits you with three unique (and flat) fenced-in yard areas and a patio accented with an ornate stone retaining wall. The house is tucked away from busy streets, yet conveniently located for commuting to Boston - a block from an MBTA bus stop (to Malden Center Station) and less than a mile from Oak Grove T Station. With its close proximity to Pine Banks Park (hiking trail, dog park, children's play area), Melrose Commons (playground) and Stone Zoo, the house offers easy access to local amenities.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay Listed on: 09/14/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,249
Year Built
- Built in 1895
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Gentle Sloping Lot
- Property is zoned URA
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,654 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Bay Window
- Game Room
- Storm Windows
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer Hookup
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Parking
- 4 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Natural Gas Connected
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0E3 P:000081,655314
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 1, 1988
Sold by
Vitale Frank J
Bought by
Farr Kathleen
Current Estimated Value
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farr Kathleen | $177,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Panayiotou Richard | $612,552 | |
| Closed | Panayiotou Richard | $614,687 | |
| Closed | Pantelidou Constantia | $618,750 | |
| Closed | Biswas Amlan | $144,500 | |
| Closed | Biswas Amlan | $507,500 | |
| Closed | Biswas Amlan | $512,000 | |
| Closed | Biswas Amian | $522,000 | |
| Closed | Nolan Thomas | $358,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Kathleen | $315,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Kathleen R | $30,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Kathleen R | $300,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Kathleen R | $271,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Kathleen R | $100,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Robert J | $175,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Robert J | $50,000 | |
| Closed | Farr Kathleen | $145,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2023 10/31/23 | Sold | $825,000 | +3.3% | $499 / Sq Ft |
| 09/19/2023 09/19/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/14/2023 09/14/23 | For Sale | $799,000 | +37.8% | $483 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2018 05/03/18 | Sold | $580,000 | +11.8% | $351 / Sq Ft |
| 03/14/2018 03/14/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/07/2018 03/07/18 | For Sale | $519,000 | -- | $314 / 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 | $76 | $772,200 | $452,900 | $319,300 |
| 2024 | $6,379 | $642,400 | $423,600 | $218,800 |
| 2023 | $6,249 | $599,700 | $394,400 | $205,300 |
| 2022 | $6,107 | $577,800 | $379,800 | $198,000 |
| 2021 | $6,019 | $549,700 | $365,200 | $184,500 |
| 2020 | $5,753 | $520,600 | $336,000 | $184,600 |
| 2019 | $5,317 | $491,900 | $321,400 | $170,500 |
| 2018 | $4,952 | $437,100 | $266,600 | $170,500 |
| 2017 | $4,842 | $410,300 | $255,600 | $154,700 |
| 2016 | $4,810 | $390,100 | $226,400 | $163,700 |
| 2015 | $4,865 | $375,400 | $226,400 | $149,000 |
| 2014 | $4,744 | $357,200 | $208,200 | $149,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Jason Highland
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(781) 789-7569
1 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Chris Kostopoulos
Keller Williams Realty
(617) 751-4111
3 in this area
338 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Kim Perrotti
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 254-5527
19 in this area
138 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Jay Morneault
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 254-2614
3 in this area
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73159571
APN: MELR-000003E-000000-000081
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information, and the Images, are for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the Images, set forth herein.
Nearby Homes