88 E Foster St Melrose, MA 02176
Downtown Melrose NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $858,000 - $1,171,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,845
Sq Ft
$556/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Bamboo Flooring
- Porch
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
- Fenced Yard
- 5-minute walk to Foss Park
About This Home
As of April 2018Classically styled turn of the century charmer enjoys that coveted downtown location, master bath and garage while boasting stylish appointments and scale. Thoughtful updates and original details make living here a delight: Bosch heat, C/A on 2/3, moldings, oak floors and generous room proportions with an open flow, all bathed in sunlight. Updated kitchen, a perfect household hub, hosts granite, cherry cabinets & dining peninsula. Top floor master retreat features a vaulted ceiling BR with sitting area, a perfect place to settle in with a book, walk-in closet and full bath; 3 generous bedrooms and full bath on the second. The fenced yard offers an oasis in the city with mature plantings and patio, and the mudroom leads to either to the driveway with 2 car garage or the yard. Situated within Melrose's thriving downtown ring, this home is a short hop to shopping, dining and cultural events, the Common, schools, bus, train and the Fells. This is the one that will check all the boxes!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $87
Year Built
- Built in 1895
Lot Details
- Year Round Access
- Fenced Yard
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is zoned URB
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Bamboo
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Water Holding Tank
Additional Features
- Basement
Community Details
- Security Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0D7 P:0000089
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 28, 2018
Closed on
Apr 18, 2018
Sold by
Wilkins Elizabeth P
Bought by
Strasburger Jennifer and Faughnan Veronica
Seller's Agent
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Max Dublin
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$649,900
Sold Price
$770,000
Premium/Discount to List
$120,100
18.48%
Total Days on Market
7
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
$255,104
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.95%
Original Mortgage
$616,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2012
Sold by
Hardisty Aaron
Bought by
Wilkins E P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2003
Sold by
Decarbonnel Geoffroy M and Decarbonnel Meredith L
Bought by
Hardisty Aaron and Wilkins Elizabeth P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 1999
Sold by
Flaherty John J
Bought by
Decarbonnel Geoffroy M and Decarbonnel Meredith L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$189,900
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strasburger Jennifer | $770,000 | -- | |
| Wilkins E P | -- | -- | |
| Hardisty Aaron | $405,000 | -- | |
| Decarbonnel Geoffroy M | $211,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Strasburger Jennifer | $510,400 | |
| Closed | Strasburger Jennifer | $616,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wilkins Elizabeth P | $367,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hardisty Aaron Thomas | $405,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hardisty Aaron | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Decarbonnel Geoffroy M | $227,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Decarbonnel Geoffroy M | $189,900 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2018 04/18/18 | Sold | $770,000 | +18.5% | $417 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2018 03/07/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2018 02/28/18 | For Sale | $649,900 | -- | $352 / 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 | $87 | $874,700 | $420,000 | $454,700 |
| 2024 | $8,417 | $847,600 | $392,900 | $454,700 |
| 2023 | $8,108 | $778,100 | $365,800 | $412,300 |
| 2022 | $7,940 | $751,200 | $352,200 | $399,000 |
| 2021 | $7,759 | $708,600 | $338,700 | $369,900 |
| 2020 | $7,534 | $681,800 | $311,600 | $370,200 |
| 2019 | $5,914 | $547,100 | $298,100 | $249,000 |
| 2018 | $5,623 | $496,300 | $247,300 | $249,000 |
| 2017 | $5,474 | $463,900 | $237,100 | $226,800 |
| 2016 | $5,011 | $406,400 | $210,000 | $196,400 |
| 2015 | $5,044 | $389,200 | $210,000 | $179,200 |
| 2014 | $4,944 | $372,300 | $193,100 | $179,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Alison Socha
Seller's Agent in 2018
Alison Socha
Leading Edge Real Estate
(781) 983-9326
5 in this area
265 Total Sales
-
Max Dublin
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Max Dublin
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 230-7615
163 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72287014
APN: MELR-000007D-000000-000089
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