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143 Playstead Rd, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155 • West Medford
$1,030,000
Est. $5,482/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,756
Sq Ft
$587
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1928
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73247848

About this home

Curb appeal & more in prime West Medford location! Among this charming home’s notable features are beautiful hardwood flooring on both levels, renovated kitchen and baths, THREE bonus rooms (two on first floor and one upstairs) for home office(s), workout room or playspace, and a great entertaining deck overlooking the fenced backyard with gorgeous perennial beds. Meticulously maintained with storage galore between the attic, basement and outdoor shed. The driveway accommodates up to three cars and there is plenty of street parking available for your guests. Superb neighborhood setting just a stone's throw from Playstead Park, with Brooks Elementary, Medford High School, West Medford Square and the Commuter Rail all under a mile from home. The Fells and Mystic Lakes offer great opportunities for recreation, and between Medford itself and nearby Arlington, Cambridge, and Somerville, you'll never run out of restaurant, cafe and entertainment options!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $964,000
Final Sale Price: $1,030,000
Difference: +$66,000 (+6.8%)
Performance Metrics
106.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $549
Sale $/sq ft: $587
This property sold for $587 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1928
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,756 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Flooring - Wood
Heating
Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Closet, Decorative Molding, Entrance Foyer, Den, Home Office
Laundry Features
In Basement, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Insulated Windows

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
Deck - Composite, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Composite
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.15 acres
Lot Size
6,318 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1500
Lot Features
Level
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Off Street, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,075
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$830,400
Parcel Number
M:I03 B:0030,633699
Zoning
9999999

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Upstairs office image is virtually staged. One windowpane in den cracked; a few windows are tricky to open and/or keep open. In heavy rains, parts of basement floor get some seepage.

Location

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Neighborhood

West Medford

143 Playstead Rd, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Brooks
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Lottery
Rating information coming soon
High School
Medford High
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $590
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

6.4%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Jul 12, 2024
$1,030,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Jun 5, 2024
$964,000
Original listing
Agent: Lara Gordon Caralis Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 5, 2024 New Listing Added $964,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$587

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $7,075 $830,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,075
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$830,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lara Gordon Caralis
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB985722
Office MLS ID AN2064

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