Pretty expanded Garrison Colonial on beautiful & spacious lot! Set back from the street with great off-street parking, as well as a garage, 23 Mount Vernon Avenue has so much to offer! The first floor offers a formal living room with fireplace, flowing into the dining room & complemented with a pretty hutch. The eat in kitchen is fitted with stainless steel appliances & ample cabinetry & opens into the mudroom/enclosed porch, a great entry way from the driveway. A spacious first floor family room or alternative primary bedroom with high ceilings, skylight, slider to the deck, & an adjacent full bathroom completes the first floor. On the second floor, you will find three bedrooms & a full bathroom. You will love the private yard with deck, patio, & stone retaining wall. Close to Orange Line & Commuter Rail! Enjoy the track & trails at Pine Banks Park as well as sporting events. Convenient to major highways & the shops & eateries in downtown Melrose Square! A wonderful opportunity!
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:$869,900
Final Sale Price:$980,000
Difference:
+$110,100 (+12.7%)
Performance Metrics
112.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:$428
Sale $/sq ft:$482
This property sold for $482 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 12.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
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
1946
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,032 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Interior Features
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Bonus Room
Laundry Features
In Basement
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
Exterior & Structure
Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Garrison
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Patio
Patio/Porch Features
Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Patio
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No
Lot & Land
Lot Size
0.21 acres
Lot Size
8,999 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.2100
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 Electric Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Community & HOA
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
No
Senior Community
No
Financial & Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount
$7,076
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$714,700
Parcel Number
653595
Zoning
URB
Additional Details
Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Listing agent related to seller. Public record reflects 3 bedroom. Family room on first floor was used as a primary bedroom by sellers. SOLD AS IS. Measurements provided by photographer for marketing purposes and may be estimates. Gas fireplace needs repair.
Exclusions
Sellers Personal Property
Location
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Neighborhood
23 Mount Vernon Avenue, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Walkability
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Schools
School information not available
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Estimated Monthly Payment$0
Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest$0
Property Tax$590
Homeowners Insurance$200
PMI$0
Property History
Market Insights
11.2%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
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Sold
May 9, 2025
$980,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Apr 10, 2025
$869,900
Original listing
Agent: Kristin GennettiOffice: Century 21 North East
