230 Essex Street # 31, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$415,000
Est. $2,209/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
770
Sq Ft
$539
Price/Sq Ft
1953
Year Built
Condominium
Type
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73256310

About this home

This freshly-painted 2-bedroom condo, with hardwood and ceramic tiled floors throughout, is move-in ready (quick close is possible). In the ultra-convenient Cedar Park neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 91, you are about a half-mile to the attractive downtown shopping area and dozens of dining options, and just a couple blocks to the Boston commuter rail, Ell Pond recreation, public pool and tennis, and seasonal Farmers Market (Thursdays). This corner unit, with no wasted hallway space, offers generous room sizes in an open-concept floor plan. The airy and bright combination LR/DR is ideal for entertaining and relaxing, with a glass wall of sliders to your West-facing balcony. The dining area is adjacent to an eat-in kitchen with S/S appliances and pantry closet. Both Bdms have lighted double closets, one with built-ins. Two parking spaces, plenty of guest parking, and an affordable condo fee which INCLUDES gas heat and hot water. Make life easier for yourself -- you deserve it !

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $399,000
Final Sale Price: $415,000
Difference: +$16,000 (+4.0%)
Performance Metrics
104.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $518
Sale $/sq ft: $539
This property sold for $539 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 4.0% 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
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1953
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
770 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Central, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), Unit Control
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Laundry Features
In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Basement Details
Y
Window Features
Screens

Exterior & Structure

Exterior Features
Balcony, Screens
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Guest

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Oven
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA Fee
$491
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$3,063
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$308,500
Zoning
BA2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Building Name
Pondfield At Cedar Park
Common Walls
No One Above, Corner
Attached Property
Yes
Disclosures
Seller has never lived in property. Interior photos taken before new paint. Association allows up to 2 cats per unit, no dogs. Coin-op laundry in basement. Non-smoking building. Approx. $100, 000 in Condo Reserves.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

230 Essex Street # 31, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $255
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $491
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

3.9%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 12, 2024
$415,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Jul 4, 2024
$399,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 4, 2024 New Listing Added $399,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$539

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,063 $308,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,063
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$491
Monthly
Assessed Value
$308,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Loraine Murtagh
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Agent MLS ID B0340024
Office MLS ID AN6216

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