69 Forest St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$720,000
Est. $3,832/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,400
Sq Ft
$514
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1900
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
67
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73292551

About this home

Among the Best Buys in Melrose!! Appealing, nicely sized 7 room, 3 bedroom home is located in an ideal commuter location conveniently close to both MBTA’s Oak Grove Orange Line & Commuter Rail’s West Wyoming stop. Also situated near Pine Banks & Malden Center, as well as most major highways. Needs some updates, but then enjoy the charm of hard wood floors and trim throughout! T his home presents an excellent opportunity with its generously sized 1st & 2nd levels & expansion potential in the basement and in the 3rd floor walk-up attic. 1st level offers living room, dining room, kitchen & nice 4-season sun room, plus charming wood accents throughout that add character & warmth. Upstairs 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors & full tiled bath await. There’s a/c to keep you cool during warmer months, plus a lovely fenced yard for outdoor enjoyment & relaxation. The detached garage & driveway will no doubt be appreciated this winter. Property is under contract.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $795,000
Final Sale Price: $720,000
Difference: $75,000 (-9.4%)
Performance Metrics
90.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
67
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $568
Sale $/sq ft: $514
This property sold for $514 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.4% below the original asking price.

The property spent 67 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Carpet
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Wall Unit(s), Ductless
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Interior Features
Sun Room
Basement Details
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Block, Stone
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.09 acres
Lot Size
4,073 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0900
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$6,224
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$626,800
Parcel Number
M:0E3 P:0000087,655289
Zoning
URA

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Subject to a license to sell from the probate court. Ask LB regarding disclosures. Please allow at least 48 hrs for response to offers.

Location

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Neighborhood

69 Forest St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $519
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1.2%
Price Range
68
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 24, 2025
$720,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 68
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Listed for Sale
Sep 19, 2024
$729,000
Original listing
Agent: Thomas Lee Office: RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Sep 19, 2024 New Listing Added $729,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
67 days
Price per Sq Ft
$514

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $6,224 $626,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,224
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$626,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Thomas Lee
Listing Office RE/MAX Andrew Realty Services
Agent MLS ID B0465482
Office MLS ID AC2354

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