Dimensions12.2 x 12.2
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
144 Porter Street, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$1,599,900
Est. $9,482/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Timeless character and classic elegance come together in this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick Colonial, offering a wonderful blend of traditional details and comfortable living spaces. Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting floor plan highlighted by an impressive three fireplaces and two built-in china cabinets, adding distinctive architectural charm. The kitchen features granite countertops and flows into the home’s spacious living areas, including a welcoming family room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers its own private bath and walk-in closet, creating a comfortable retreat. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The lower level extends the living space with a bonus recreation room, ideal for a media room, game room, home gym, or additional gathering space. A one-car garage adds everyday convenience. Ideally situated close to downtown shops and restaurants, local parks, major highways and trains, this home offers easy access to area amenities and convenient commute to Boston. With its stately brick exterior, three fireplaces, beautiful built-ins, generous living spaces, and classic Colonial architecture, this home is filled with character and offers a wonderful opportunity to make it your own. Showings start at first open house Saturday 9/19 12 to 2 pm
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Property History
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Listed for Sale
Sep 18, 2026
$1,599,900
Original listing
Agent: Anna Colletta
Office: Curtis & Colletta Realty Associates
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,599,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $14,300 | $1,248,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$14,300
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,248,000
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1939
Living Area
4,293 sq ft
Lot Size
0.19 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
10
Interior
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces
3
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room, Game Room
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Storage
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$14,300
Assessed Value
$1,248,000
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1939
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
4,293 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,502 sq ft above grade
791 sq ft below grade
Dimensions13.4 x 13.7
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions10.9 x 8.1
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions7.6 x 5.8
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
Dimensions7.11 x 5.8
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
Dimensions12.6 x 20
FeaturesBathroom - 3/4, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
LevelSecond
Dimensions18.4 x 12.2
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Slider
LevelFirst
Dimensions5 x 5.8
FeaturesBathroom - Half
LevelFirst
Dimensions13.4 x 13.7
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Archway
LevelFirst
Dimensions23.1 x 21
FeaturesSkylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Slider
LevelMain,First
Dimensions12.6 x 26
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Archway
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
OOffice (1)
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (2)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Bonus Room, Game Room
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1939
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Storage
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace Type:
Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Winthrop School
0.3 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+
Horace Mann School
0.5 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
0.5 mi
247 students
Diverse
Grades PK-K
A
Roosevelt School
0.9 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-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
0.9 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
A-
Lincoln School
1.1 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
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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144 Porter Street, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Anna Colletta
Listing Office
Curtis & Colletta Realty Associates
Office Phone
978-761-4756
Agent MLS ID
CN201729
Office MLS ID
AN7622
Listing Data Updated
Sep 17, 2026 8:35 PM EDT
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