1078 Main St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176 • Horace Mann
$970,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,737
Sq Ft
$558
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1910
Year Built
2
Parking
20
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 30, 2026 • MLS# 73510453 Copied! • Updated Jul 3, 2026

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $989,900
Final Sale Price: $970,000
Difference: $19,900 (-2.0%)
Performance Metrics
98.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
20
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $570
Sale $/sq ft: $558
This property sold for $558 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.0% below the original asking price.

With only 20 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$558/sq ft
Area Median
$481/sq ft
Difference
+16.0%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

Completely renovated, HERS rated, modern farmhouse blending timeless charm & fresh high end finishes! Be greeted w/ new, white-brushed wide-plank flooring, high ceilings & natural light! The LR features gorgeous moldings & a detailed accent wall, perfect for a TV setup! The stunning chef's kitchen boasts sleek Cafe appliances, loads of cabinets, generous pantry, quartz counters, dining area & large island! A fresh new 1/2 ba rounds out the 1st fl! Upstairs holds 3 bdrms w/ample closet space & a beautifully updated full bath, & the LL has a perfect playroom along w/nice office space! Step outside to a private back deck, just right for relaxing & grilling! New roof, siding, high-efficiency heating & central air...This is an absolutely move-in ready, low maintenance home! Leave the car at home as commuting is a breeze...Orange line bus, Highlands Commuter Rail, Whole Foods, parks, schools, shopping & dining are all moments away. It's all done here, just unpack & be home for the summer!

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
44.4%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73582658
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Sep 25, 2026
$949,000
MLS #73582658 - Active
⏳
Pending Sale
May 21, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
↓
Price Reduced
May 19, 2026
$899,900 $90,000 (-9.09%)
From $989,900 to $899,900 (-9.1%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2026
$989,900
Original listing
Agent: Leeman & Gately Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #73445882
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Nov 13, 2025
$550,000
MLS #73445882

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,944 $499,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,944
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$499,400

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,737 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Finished, Walk-out Access
Laundry Exterior Access, In Basement
Features Office

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Storage
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $4,944
Assessed Value $499,400
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Hers Rating Test On Wednesday! All Marketing, Floor Plans And Videos For Marketing Purposes Only. House Was Gutted To The Studs.electric Bb In The Basement.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color WHITE
Sq Ft Source Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures All Floor Plans, Videos and Photos are for marketing purposes only.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 21 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,737 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Engineered Hardwood
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Office
Windows:
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry: Exterior Access, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Storage
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
School District
Melrose School District local
A
✓ School Safety 2024-25
0.6% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.4% In-School 0.2% Emergency
↓ 4.9% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Horace Mann School
0.3 mi | #74 of 825 | Score: 60.6
Dropped 68 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
258 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Early Childhood Center
0.3 mi
247 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
A
Roosevelt School
0.6 mi | #107 of 825 | Score: 58.8
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.6 above state avg
366 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Winthrop School
1.1 mi | #79 of 825 | Score: 60.3
Improved 11 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
372 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Lincoln School
1.4 mi | #205 of 825 | Score: 54.6
Improved 119 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
387 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
1.6 mi | #204 of 825 | Score: 54.6
Dropped 74 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
266 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.6 mi | #89 of 352 | Score: 50.7
Improved 9 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
830 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
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Neighborhood

Horace Mann

1078 Main St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Listing Information

Listing Agent Leeman & Gately
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID TM336476
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jul 3, 2026 8:16 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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