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196 Main St., Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$610,000
Est. $3,247/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008
Sq Ft
$605
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1935
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73171702

About this home

This is your opportunity to get in to Melrose. This two bedroom bungalow offers one level living, with the potential of adding more living space in the partially finished, unheated attic or the basement. Galley kitchen, with breakfast nook, has plenty of cabinets and storage area. With a flexible floor plan, den with fireplace can also be used as a dining room depending upon your needs. Sit on the front porch or just relax on the back deck overlooking a level yard, with a one car garage. Commuters dream location, with a bus stop right outside the door, Oak Grove T station and the Wyoming commuter rail just a short distance away. Close proximity to Pine Banks recreational facility, with walking trails and ball fields, and less than a mile from downtown Melrose. Be in for the holidays! Showings begin at Open House Friday 10/20 from 2-5pm, and again 10/21 and 10/22 11-1:00. Any offers will be shared with seller Monday 10/23 at 2:00pm. Please allow 24 hour response time.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $575,000
Final Sale Price: $610,000
Difference: +$35,000 (+6.1%)
Performance Metrics
106.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $570
Sale $/sq ft: $605
This property sold for $605 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

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
1935
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,008 sq ft
Total Rooms
5

Interior Features

Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Den, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
Porch, Deck - Wood
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck - Wood
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.11 acres
Lot Size
4,791 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1100
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Security Features
Security System

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$5,598
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$537,200
Parcel Number
653498
Zoning
URB

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Oven does not always function. Per seller, hardwood under carpets. Bedroom 2 does not have a closet.All info taken from city assessment. Electric fireplace insert does not stay.

Location

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Neighborhood

196 Main St., Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $467
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.7%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Dec 7, 2023
$610,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Oct 18, 2023
$575,000
Original listing
Office: Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 18, 2023 New Listing Added $575,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$605

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $5,598 $537,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,598
Tax Year 2023
Assessed Value
$537,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kathleen Thompson
Listing Office Stone Ridge Properties, Inc.
Agent MLS ID C9500658
Office MLS ID C95006

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