2 Hemenway Ave, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$699,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$749,000
Final Sale Price:
$699,000
Difference:
$50,000 (-6.7%)
Performance Metrics
93.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$354
Sale $/sq ft:
$330
This property sold for $330 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.7% below the original asking price.
With only 18 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 15 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$330/sq ft
Area Median
$469/sq ft
Difference
29.6%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Welcome to a Melrose hidden gem. Located in a private setting on a large 17,000 sq/ft lot, with a pool, this home is a rare find. Plenty of space is available for all with 4 bedrooms, plus, the potential to finish or dormer the 3rd floor which has rough plumbing & electric installed. Enter the 6-car driveway & walk into an inviting & functional foyer. To the right you will find a large dining area that flows into a beautiful living room with a fireplace. A spacious, eat in kitchen, half bath, & a cute, enclosed porch complete the first floor. The kitchen provides walk-out access to a multi-level deck that leads out to the amazing back yard & pool. On the 2nd level are 3 spacious bedrooms, a full bath & a smaller 4th bedroom that could be a perfect office set up. A walk-up 3rd floor awaits those looking to finish or expand the home their own way for a primary suite, game room or whatever you desire. Do not miss this rare opportunity in Melrose at a fantastic price!
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Property History
Market Insights
58.9%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73573367
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 8, 2026
$1,700,000
MLS #73573367 - Active
Sold
Oct 23, 2020
$699,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
Listed for Sale
Sep 3, 2020
$749,000
Original listing
Agent: Nick Lento Group
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Arlington
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,700,000 | - | - | MLS #73573367 - Active |
| 10/23/2020 | ✓ Sold | $699,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/03/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $749,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $6,524 | $590,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,524
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$590,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1912
Living Area
2,118 sq ft
Lot Size
0.39 acres
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
8
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
Other
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
Other (see Remarks)
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,524
Assessed Value
$590,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Please See Sellers Disclosure In Mls. Buyer To Do Their Own Dilligence Regarding Finishing 3rd Floor. Sq/ft & Floor Plans Are Approximate.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
White
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
3rd Floor has potential to be finished. Has plumbing and electricity wired in
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
19 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1912
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,118 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
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:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Other (See Remarks)
Year Built:
1912
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Other
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling:
Other
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
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
3 schools
B
Forestdale School
0.5 mi
|
#178 of 352
|
Score: 42.1
Dropped 5 spots from last year
-16.1 below state avg
496 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
0.5 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
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
0.6 mi
|
#51 of 346
|
Score: 67.4
Dropped 1 spots from last year
+9.2 above state avg
1,773 students
Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
Middle Schools
3 schools
C+
Saugus Middle School
1.7 mi
|
#247 of 352
|
Score: 36.4
Improved 64 spots from last year
-21.8 below state avg
612 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Melrose Middle School
1.8 mi
|
#89 of 352
|
Score: 50.7
Improved 9 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
830 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
C
Susan B. Anthony Middle School
2.1 mi
|
#258 of 352
|
Score: 35.7
Improved 8 spots from last year
-22.5 below state avg
537 students
Diverse
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Malden Catholic High School
1.2 mi
19 sports
• 2,126 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
C+
Malden High School
1.5 mi
|
#225 of 346
|
Score: 49.9
Improved 73 spots from last year
-8.3 below state avg
1,792 students
Very Diverse
14 sports
• 856 athletes
Strong AP Program
Early College Program
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
C
Saugus High School
1.7 mi
|
#265 of 346
|
Score: 46.1
Improved 3 spots from last year
-12.1 below state avg
695 students
Diverse
17 sports
• 972 athletes
College Ready Curriculum
Strong Athletics
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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2 Hemenway Ave, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
TM338119
Office MLS ID
AN6189
Listing Data Updated
Oct 23, 2020 7:58 PM EDT
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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