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47 Essex St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155
$740,000
Est. $4,387/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,702
Sq Ft
$435
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1930
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 28, 2018 • MLS# 72299205 Copied!

About this home

Stunning single-family West Medford home located on a private tree-lined street! Convenient access to 93, Whole Foods, commuter rail/bus, and nearby Somerville. This 3 bed, 1.5 bath property has a very smart layout with room to expand in either the attic or basement. The kitchen has been recently renovated with white cabinets, butcher block countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The finishes blend extremely well with the original character of the home. The rear deck, surrounded by a privacy fence of grapevines, leads to a spacious, level backyard that’s perfect for entertaining and relaxing – just in time for Spring! Hardwood floors throughout, garage parking, 5-year old gas furnace, woodburning fireplace, and much more! Don’t miss your opportunity to make this fantastic investment!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,702 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $684,900
Final Sale Price: $740,000
Difference: +$55,100 (+8.0%)
Performance Metrics
108.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $402
Sale $/sq ft: $435
This property sold for $435 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.0% 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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$435/sq ft
Area Average
$364/sq ft
Difference
+19.6%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1930
Living Area 1,702 sq ft
Lot Size 0.14 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Range, Oven
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features Walk-up Attic, Finish - Cement Plaster

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $5,343
Assessed Value $506,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range, Oven
Interior Features: Walk-up Attic, Finish - Cement Plaster
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1930
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Block

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

47 Essex St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Medford School District local
B+
School Safety 2024-25
1.0% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.1% In-School 0.2% Emergency
4.5% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Brooks School
0.4 mi | #2 of 12 | Score: 59.7
Improved 135 spots from last year
+1.5 above state avg
556 students Moderate
Rising School
Grades PK-05
St. Raphael Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B+
Madeleine Dugger Andrews Middle School
1.4 mi | #128 of 352 | Score: 46.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-11.6 below state avg
435 students Diverse
Rising School
Grades 06-08
A+
Gibbs School
1.5 mi | #31 of 352 | Score: 60.0
Improved 8 spots from last year
+1.8 above state avg
529 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06
H

High Schools

3 schools
A-
Medford High School
0.6 mi | #94 of 346 | Score: 60.6
Improved 24 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
1,195 students Diverse
19 sports • 1,212 athletes
Strong AP Program Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum
Grades PK-12
Curtis-Tufts School
1.5 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Arlington Catholic High School
1.6 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Year 1
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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

42.3%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73524682
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Currently Listed
May 27, 2026
$1,188,000
MLS #73524682 - Active
Sold
May 23, 2018
$740,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Mar 28, 2018
$684,900
Original listing
Agent: Joseph Pollack Office: Redfin Corp.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 27, 2026 Sold $1,188,000
Mar 28, 2018 New Listing Added $684,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$435

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $5,343 $506,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,343
Tax Year 2017
Assessed Value
$506,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joseph Pollack
Listing Office Redfin Corp.
Agent MLS ID CN206657
Office MLS ID NB3534
Listing Data Updated May 24, 2018 2:47 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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