$630,000
SOLD APR 10, 2025
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,098 Sq Ft
9,951 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$574 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • 0.23 Acre Lot
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2-minute walk to Alex Gentile Memorial Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

A rare gem in Malden’s desirable Forestdale neighborhood is hitting the market for the first time in nearly 40 years! This well-loved home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Designed for easy one-level living, this home features a bright and airy living room with gleaming hardwood floors, a cozy eat-in kitchen and a brand-new oversized deck—perfect for summer BBQs overlooking a spacious backyard. Need extra space? The partially finished basement boasts two generous bonus rooms and a half bath. Recent updates include a luxurious hydro-massage walk-in tub, new heating & cooling system, water heater and a 10-year-young roof. This prime location is just steps from Melrose, minutes to Oak Grove Train Station and MBTA bus stop to Wellington Station. Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rachel Gallant

Century 21 North East Listed on: 03/05/2025

Century 21 North East

Last Buyer's Agent

Elena M. Lau

UNION Real Estate, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,294

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 9,951 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned ResA

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,098 Sq Ft Home
  • Wired For Sound
  • Bonus Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Parking

  • 2 Car Parking Spaces
  • Driveway
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 599041

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Forestdale Subdivision

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,294

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Subdivision Name: Forestdale
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus Room, Wired for Sound
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.5
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Basement
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1098
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 1098
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN4339
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 581.97
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 573.77
  • MAIN SO: AN3258

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Composite
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 599041
  • Zoning: ResA
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Area: 0.23
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9951
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • PAGE: 47
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7294
  • Tax Book Number: 56729

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
Apr 10, 2025
Sold by
Roche Leigh-Ann
Bought by
Sun Jessica H
Seller's Agent
Rachel Gallant
Century 21 North East
Buyer's Agent
Elena M. Lau
UNION Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$639,000
Sold Price
$630,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.41%
Views
47
Current Estimated Value
$655,751

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.34%
Original Mortgage
$504,000
Outstanding Balance
$501,810
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$153,941

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2011
Sold by
Roche Francis X and Roche Nancy M
Bought by
Roche Leigh-Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 1988
Sold by
Desantis J Theresa
Bought by
Roche Francis X

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
10.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $630,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Deed $150,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $504,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $25,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $120,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $123,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $120,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Sold $630,000 -1.4% $574 / Sq Ft
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2025 03/05/25 For Sale $639,000 -- $582 / 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 $7,074 $624,900 $368,900 $256,000
2024 $6,765 $578,700 $349,000 $229,700
2023 $6,524 $535,200 $319,000 $216,200
2022 $6,166 $499,300 $289,100 $210,200
2021 $6,103 $496,600 $264,200 $232,400
2020 $6,111 $483,100 $251,300 $231,800
2019 $5,830 $439,300 $239,300 $200,000
2018 $5,571 $395,400 $201,900 $193,500
2017 $5,603 $395,400 $201,900 $193,500
2016 $4,835 $318,900 $191,900 $127,000
2015 $4,711 $299,500 $181,000 $118,500
2014 $4,556 $283,000 $164,500 $118,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73341517

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MALD-000112-000805-000524