81 Bancroft Rd Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose East Side Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,272
Sq Ft
7,593
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit
- Winthrop Elementary School Rated A
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2025Here's your chance - under $800K in Melrose! Fabulous Upham Park location, fenced yard, garage and plenty of off-street parking. 7 rooms, 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Den off the kitchen can be used as a home office and leads to the back deck overlooking the spacious yard. The living room has nice classic details including a wood burning fireplace and wall sconces. The kitchen is ready for your new fresh ideas, maybe open into the dining room for a big open concept area. 3 bedrooms and an updated bath complete the second floor. Looking for extra square footage - there is a finished room in the basement great for a kid's playroom, another work-from-home area or a great teen space. New exterior paint and freshened landscape (2024) Current owners installed central air conditioning and windows. Irrigation system and newer FHW/Oil heat. Move into Melrose and enjoy all the trendy shops & restaurants and the ease of commuting w/ access to major routes, commuter rail and the Orange Line.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,995
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 7,593 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Property is zoned SRB
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,272 Sq Ft Home
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Insulated Windows
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Bathtub with Shower
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Melrose Elementary School
- Mvmms Middle School
- Melrose High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Baseboard Heating
- 100 Amp Service
- Tankless Water Heater
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0H9 P:0000048,657699
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Upham Park Subdivision
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 30, 1998
Sold by
Carr Philip X and Carr Suzanne M
Bought by
Short Daniel G and Short Patricia M
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 16, 1993
Sold by
Virginia Oesterle Ft and Thakur
Bought by
Carr Philip X
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $250,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $180,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $745,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $745,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $100,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $180,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $50,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $130,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Sold | $785,000 | -1.9% | $617 / Sq Ft |
| 12/27/2024 12/27/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/31/2024 10/31/24 | For Sale | $799,900 | -- | $629 / 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 | $7,970 | $805,100 | $513,900 | $291,200 |
| 2024 | $7,995 | $805,100 | $513,900 | $291,200 |
| 2023 | $7,540 | $723,600 | $458,300 | $265,300 |
| 2022 | $7,257 | $686,600 | $430,600 | $256,000 |
| 2021 | $6,881 | $628,400 | $388,900 | $239,500 |
| 2020 | $19,097 | $628,800 | $388,900 | $239,900 |
| 2019 | $6,192 | $572,800 | $351,400 | $221,400 |
| 2018 | $0 | $540,800 | $319,400 | $221,400 |
| 2017 | $6,036 | $511,500 | $305,600 | $205,900 |
| 2016 | $6,126 | $496,800 | $291,700 | $205,100 |
| 2015 | $5,820 | $449,100 | $277,800 | $171,300 |
| 2014 | $5,779 | $435,200 | $263,900 | $171,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mark Hutchinson
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mark Hutchinson
Brad Hutchinson Real Estate
(781) 799-7446
13 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Daniel Resop
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Daniel Resop
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(617) 266-5200
1 in this area
100 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73308296
APN: MELR-000009H-000000-000048
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