188 Boston Rock Rd, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$635,000
Est. $3,380/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,425
Sq Ft
$446
Price/Sq Ft
0.16
Acres
1963
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73205753

About this home

Amazing opportunity to get into the city of Melrose! Garrison Colonial style home located in the highly desirable Boston Rock Road neighborhood. Use your renovation and decorating skills to customize this home and make it your own. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home is being offered for the first time in 60 years. The Wyoming Hill Commuter Rail station is less than a half of a mile, the Oak Grove T station is one mile away and the bus line is a five-minute walk. Easy access to highways, close to Pine Banks Park & vibrant downtown Melrose! There is a lot to love about this home that's been maintained by the same family since 1964.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,999
Final Sale Price: $635,000
Difference: $64,999 (-9.3%)
Performance Metrics
90.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $491
Sale $/sq ft: $446
This property sold for $446 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.3% below the original asking price.

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
1963
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,425 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Internet Available - Unknown
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Walk-Out Access, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete
Window Features
Storm Window(s), Screens
Door Features
Storm Door(s)
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Garrison
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Fenced Yard
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.16 acres
Lot Size
6,909 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1600
Lot Features
Cleared
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Fuses, 100 Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,914
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$663,500
Tax Lot
000075
Tax Map Number
OC5
Parcel Number
M:0C5 P:0000075,653665
Zoning
URA

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Property is being sold in "As-Is" condition. Buyer/Buyer Agent to verify all information and perform their own due diligence. Some photos are virtually staged. Washer and Dryer gifted. Seller has never used fireplace.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

188 Boston Rock Rd, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Lincoln
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Melrose Middle
Rating information coming soon
High School
Melrose Hs
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $576
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

9.3%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 16, 2024
$635,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Feb 27, 2024
$699,999
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 27, 2024 New Listing Added $699,999

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$446

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $6,914 $663,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,914
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$663,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Maria Triolo
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Agent MLS ID CN240180
Office MLS ID AN6216

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