This beautifully maintained 5-bedroom home offers a first-floor master bedroom, ideal for use as a home office if needed, and the spacious kitchen and family room create a perfect setting for entertaining. This home is equipped with central air, a French drain system in the basement, and lawn irrigation for both the front and back yards, along with a pull-down staircase for convenient attic access. The dining room showcases twin built-in hutches, while the living room includes a cozy fireplace and elegant crown molding. Recent upgrades consist of a new microwave, dishwasher, and decking. Additional features include 2.5 bathrooms, a large driveway, a one-car garage, and a deck accessible from the family room. Located in a highly desirable area, this home is just a short walk from the Melrose Highlands marketplace, commuter rail, and local schools. Reviewing offers as they are received.
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:$1,199,900
Final Sale Price:$1,050,000
Difference:
$149,900 (-12.5%)
Performance Metrics
87.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:$541
Sale $/sq ft:$474
This property sold for $474 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 12.5% below the original asking price.
With only 18 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
1900
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,216 sq ft
Total Rooms
10
Interior Features
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Partial, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Exterior & Structure
Architectural Style
Colonial
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch, Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck - Composite
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No
Lot & Land
Lot Size
0.17 acres
Lot Size
7,575 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1700
Lot Features
Easements
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
5
Parking Features
Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1
Utilities & Systems
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Security Features
Security System
Community & HOA
Subdivision
Highlands
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No
Financial & Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount
$9,298
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$936,400
Parcel Number
657914
Zoning
URA
Additional Details
Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
List agent is related to the seller. Annual treatment for carpenter ants with Yankee Pest. Small amount of water in corner of basement during heavy rain. Driveway easement, see plot plan.
Location
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Neighborhood
Highlands
19 Sears Avenue, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Walkability
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Schools
School information not available
Monthly Payment Calculator
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Estimated Monthly Payment$0
Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest$0
Property Tax$775
Homeowners Insurance$200
PMI$0
Property History
Market Insights
4.5%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
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Sold
Jan 10, 2025
$1,050,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Sep 26, 2024
$1,099,900
Original listing
Agent: Kevin SextonOffice: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
