Dimensions18 x 12
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
LevelFirst
21-23 Summer Street # 1, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$3,000/mo
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About this home
Elegant, spacious and bright first floor apartment in an owner-occupied, lovingly maintained Victorian home near downtown shops, restaurants, and public transportation.The front entrance features a covered porch for your exclusive use and a separate entrance leads to a shared mudroom with access to both the basement as well as the unit. Freshly painted with all new windows, the home features hardwood flooring, soaring ceiling height and closets in just about every room. The kitchen, recently updated with quartz countertops, is a hub for everything you’ll need: shiny modern appliances, pantry, and washer/dryer. Additional features include: a dining room that can house an oversized table set with both regular and built-in closets; a living room overlooking the front porch that nearly spans the width of the home; three bedrooms in varied sizes all with closets; sparkling clean full bath; additional storage area in the basement; and, lead paint compliance certificate. Private showings only through the listing agent.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Oct 5, 2026
$3,000
Original listing
Agent: Deborah Chandler
Office: Leading Edge Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1880
Living Area
1,630 sq ft
Lot Size
15,259 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
6
Rental Details
Available
Dec 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(Fixed),Term of Rental(18)
Rent Includes
Water, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Extra Storage, Parking
Required
First MonthReferencesInsurance
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy
Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Hot Water, Unit Control
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures
Extra storage in a designated area in the basement
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,630 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,630 sq ft above grade
Dimensions15 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions11 x 9
LevelFirst
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl, Beadboard
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 14
FeaturesCloset, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail
LevelFirst
Dimensions18 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Wood
LevelFirst
Dimensions16 x 15
FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (3)
BABathroom (2)
DDining (1)
LLiving (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:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Hot Water, Unit Control
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
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
7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Lincoln School
0.4 mi
|
#205 of 825
|
Score: 54.6
Improved 119 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
387 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
0.7 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+
Winthrop School
0.8 mi
|
#79 of 825
|
Score: 60.3
Improved 11 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
372 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Early Childhood Center
1.1 mi
247 students
Diverse
Grades PK-K
A
Roosevelt School
1.1 mi
|
#107 of 825
|
Score: 58.8
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.6 above state avg
366 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Horace Mann School
1.3 mi
|
#74 of 825
|
Score: 60.6
Dropped 68 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
258 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.9 mi
|
#89 of 352
|
Score: 50.7
Improved 9 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
830 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
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Neighborhood
21-23 Summer Street # 1, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Deborah Chandler
Listing Office
Leading Edge Real Estate
Office Phone
781-979-0100
Agent MLS ID
CT008268
Office MLS ID
AN4646
Listing Data Updated
Oct 5, 2026 11:25 AM 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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