90 Forest St Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose East Side NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,666/month
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Corner Lot
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to High Rock Memorial Park
About This Home
Move right into this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath single-family home offering a functional layout and numerous updates. The kitchen features gas cooking, a KitchenAid refrigerator, Whirlpool range, GE built-in microwave, dishwasher, farmhouse sink with garbage disposal, and ample cabinet space. The first floor includes a full bath with a tub/shower, while the second floor offers an additional full bathroom. Heating is provided by a gas-fired radiator system with an approximately 15-year-old heating system. The home is equipped with SunRun solar panels. Potential expansion of 385 sqft in unfinished attic. Recent improvements include new gutters (2023), retaining walls (2024), turf court (2024), and a new driveway (2025). Off-street parking accommodates 2 vehicles, with space for up to 3 vehicles in the driveway. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, dining, public transportation, and major commuting routes, this move-in ready home offers an excellent opportunity to own in Melrose.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,632
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 5,998 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Corner Lot
- Property is zoned URA
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Blown-In Insulation
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,196 Sq Ft Home
- Unfinished Basement
- Sump Pump
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Farmhouse Sink
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 3 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Paved Parking
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Porch
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:0E3 P:0000028,655237
Community Details
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $66 | $669,900 | $423,200 | $246,700 |
| 2024 | $6,330 | $637,500 | $395,900 | $241,600 |
| 2023 | $6,384 | $612,700 | $368,600 | $244,100 |
| 2022 | $6,244 | $590,700 | $354,900 | $235,800 |
| 2021 | $6,094 | $556,500 | $341,300 | $215,200 |
| 2020 | $5,851 | $529,500 | $314,000 | $215,500 |
| 2019 | $5,396 | $499,200 | $300,300 | $198,900 |
| 2018 | $5,076 | $448,000 | $249,100 | $198,900 |
| 2017 | $4,883 | $413,800 | $238,900 | $174,900 |
| 2016 | $4,170 | $338,200 | $211,600 | $126,600 |
| 2015 | $4,294 | $331,300 | $211,600 | $119,700 |
| 2014 | $4,173 | $314,200 | $194,500 | $119,700 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2026 07/29/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/22/2026 07/22/26 | For Sale | $749,000 | +24.9% | $626 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/12/2022 08/12/22 | Sold | $599,900 | 0.0% | $502 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/03/2022 07/03/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/23/2022 06/23/22 | For Sale | $599,900 | +37.9% | $502 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/17/2016 03/17/16 | Sold | $435,000 | 0.0% | $364 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/25/2016 01/25/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/20/2016 01/20/16 | Price Changed | $435,000 | -2.4% | $364 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/03/2015 12/03/15 | For Sale | $445,757 | -- | $373 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $599,900 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $435,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $370,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $220,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $479,920 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $413,250 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $36,900 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $316,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $210,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $175,000 | No Value Available |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73553427
APN: MELR-000003E-000000-000028
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