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161 Main St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155 • Tufts University
$700,000
Est. $4,108/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,166
Sq Ft
$600
Price/Sq Ft
0.05
Acres
1900
Year Built
42
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 11, 2024 • MLS# 73288139 Copied!

About this home

Looking for a charming move in ready condo alternative with private outdoor space? 161 Main Street is perfect for you. This adorable home features a finished porch ideal for a home office. The 1st floor bedroom is spacious, & the modern kitchen opens to the living room, creating a perfect entertaining space. Upstairs, you'll find a large bedroom with two closets & a smaller bedroom. The home boasts 1.5 updated bathrooms and gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Central AC. With a WalkScore® of 90, the location is incredibly convenient. Tons of dining options in nearby Medford Sq. Tufts is about half a mile away, & Davis Sq. is just over a mile. It's close to the Green Line & numerous bus routes. Exterior highlights include a driveway with 4-car parking & a cozy outdoor space perfect for grilling, relaxing, & gathering. Barry Park is just down the street and so is the Mystic River.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,166 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $729,900
Final Sale Price: $700,000
Difference: $29,900 (-4.1%)
Performance Metrics
95.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
42
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $626
Sale $/sq ft: $600
This property sold for $600 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.1% below the original asking price.

The property spent 42 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$600/sq ft
Area Average
$185/sq ft
Difference
+225.0%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,166 sq ft
Lot Size 0.05 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry Second Floor
Features Sun Room, Bedroom

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,418
Assessed Value $518,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Sun Room, Bedroom
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: Second Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Tufts University

161 Main St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Medford School District local
B+
School Safety 2024-25
1.0% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.1% In-School 0.2% Emergency
4.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

6 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Raphael Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
John J McGlynn Elementary School
0.8 mi | #422 of 824 | Score: 47.1
Improved 242 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
505 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B
Milton Fuller Roberts School
0.8 mi | #353 of 824 | Score: 49.1
Improved 194 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
586 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B+
Missituk Elementary School
1.0 mi | #300 of 824 | Score: 50.8
Improved 77 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
418 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A+
Brooks School
1.0 mi | #2 of 12 | Score: 59.7
Improved 135 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
556 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B+
Madeleine Dugger Andrews Middle School
0.7 mi | #128 of 352 | Score: 46.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-11.6 below state avg
435 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
B-
John J. McGlynn Middle School
1.6 mi | #206 of 352 | Score: 40.2
Improved 30 spots from last year
-18.1 below state avg
464 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
A-
Medford High School
1.4 mi | #94 of 346 | Score: 60.6
Improved 24 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
1,195 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,212 athletes
Strong AP Program Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
Curtis-Tufts School
0.8 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

6.7%
Price Range
44
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73508358
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 28, 2026
$750,000
MLS #73508358 - Active
Sold
Nov 12, 2024
$700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 44
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Listed for Sale
Sep 11, 2024
$715,000
Original listing
Agent: Mike Cohen Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 28, 2026 Sold $750,000
Sep 11, 2024 New Listing Added $715,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
42 days
Price per Sq Ft
$600

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $4,418 $518,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,418
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$518,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Mike Cohen
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB801833
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Nov 12, 2024 12:04 PM EST
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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