36 W Emerson St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$1,270,000
Est. $6,759/month
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,324
Sq Ft
$382
Price/Sq Ft
0.39
Acres
1875
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73374311

About this home

In the heart of downtown Melrose, this grand 1875 Italianate Victorian offers 4BR, 2.5BA, and over 3300SF of eclectic charm and entertainer-friendly space. Set on an over 16,000SF lot, this home features a wraparound porch, 2 car direct-entry garage, and tons of driveway parking. Inside, the main level is ripe for hosting. A grand foyer w/ soaring ceilings, elegant formal dining room, fireplaced living room, bonus den w/ built-in shelving - perfect for home office or overflow from LR - and an open-concept eat-in kitchen w/ coffered ceilings, and oversized island. A skylit playroom leads to a retro-finished bonus space above the garage—ideal for game nights or creative flex use. Upstairs are 4BRs, incl. a lovely primary suite, pass-through BR layout, & deep closets. Updated baths offer function w/ room for your vision. All just 0.3 mi to the commuter rail, close to Main Street restos, Fells trails, and under 2 mi to Oak Grove. A rare blend of space, history, and unbeatable convenience.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,199,000
Final Sale Price: $1,270,000
Difference: +$71,000 (+5.9%)
Performance Metrics
105.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $361
Sale $/sq ft: $382
This property sold for $382 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.9% 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
1875
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
3,324 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Interior Features

Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Lighting - Overhead, Window Seat, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wainscoting, Lighting - Pendant, Play Room, Den, Office, Walk-up Attic
Laundry Features
Main Level, First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Window Features
Skylight(s), Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Victorian
Roof
Shingle, Slate, Rubber
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch, Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Porch
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.39 acres
Lot Size
16,862 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.3900
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
5
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$10,388
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,049,300
Parcel Number
M:0C8 P:0000113,654253
Zoning
URD

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Renovated Since
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
See attached FAQs.
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

36 W Emerson St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $866
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.6%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 27, 2025
$1,270,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
May 14, 2025
$1,199,000
Original listing
Agent: The Boston Home Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 14, 2025 New Listing Added $1,199,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$382

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,388 $1,049,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,388
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,049,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Boston Home Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM312492
Office MLS ID AN8364

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