Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176 • East Side
$1,500,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,485,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,500,000
Difference:
+$15,000 (+1.0%)
Performance Metrics
101.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
24
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$224
Sale $/sq ft:
$226
This property sold for $226 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 24 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$226/sq ft
Area Median
$562/sq ft
Difference
59.8%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Magnificent Colonial Revival estate, one of Melrose's signature properties, awaits its next steward. Brimming with exquisite detail, including Corinthian columns, dentil and deep crowning molding, a sweeping entrance to the portico, a gorgeous bridal staircase, gleaming woodwork and dining room mural, period influences are found in every corner of this home, which has been meticulously, artfully enhanced and maintained by her current owners making this 15+rm, 6+br, 4.5 bath home a showstopper. The gracious scale allows for outstanding entertaining and living spaces, fashioning a home for everyday and celebration, both inside and outside. The backyard retreat, a veritable oasis, boasts an in-ground pool, outdoor kitchen and pergola, as well as green space for gathering, gardening or play, overlooked by a beautiful porch off the library. Walk to train. Grandeur enhanced by C/A, 3c gar, renovated kit & baths and more, create an unparalleled opportunity to live in style on the East Side.
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Property History
Market Insights
1%
Price Range
25
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Nov 9, 2016
$1,500,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
Listed for Sale
Aug 26, 2016
$1,485,000
Original listing
Agent: Alison Socha Group
Office: RE/MAX Leading Edge
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/09/2016 | ✓ Sold | $1,500,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/26/2016 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,485,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $14,646 | $1,187,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$14,646
Tax Year 2016
Assessed Value
$1,187,800
Facts & Features
3 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1908
Living Area
6,639 sq ft
Lot Size
0.54 acres
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
15
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces
5
Basement
Full
Laundry
Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Wainscoting, Cedar Closet(s), Breakfast Bar / Nook, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Library, Game Room, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Bedroom, Bathroom
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian, Colonial Revival
Roof
Slate, Rubber
Features
Balcony / Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/deck, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Pool
In Ground
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
Parking
Garage Spaces
3
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/gravel, Paved
Total Spaces
11
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
Financial
Annual Tax
$14,646
Assessed Value
$1,187,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
As With All Our Properties, Please See Listing Sheet And Sellers Description Of Property.
Exclusions
See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Goldenrod
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
25 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1908
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
6,639 sq ft
Total Rooms
15
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Dimensions16 x 15
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions15 x 15
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Balcony / Deck, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors
LevelSecond
Dimensions17 x 16
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
Dimensions25 x 16
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
Dimensions19 x 15
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wainscoting
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 12
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cable Hookup
LevelFirst
Dimensions15 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
Dimensions25 x 15
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wainscoting
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
PoolIn Ground
Patio & porchDeck - Wood, Patio, Covered
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances:
Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wainscoting, Cedar Closet(s), Breakfast Bar / Nook, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Library, Game Room, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Bedroom, Bathroom
Windows:
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Full
Laundry:
Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian, Colonial Revival
Year Built:
1908
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Heating Zones:
4
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
3
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Balcony / Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Pool - Inground, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
3
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
11
Parking Features:
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
5
Fireplace Type:
Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Pool:
Private Pool
Pool Features:
In Ground
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access
Nearby Schools
School District
Melrose School District local
A
School Safety
2024-25
0.6%
Low
0.4%
Suspensions
0.4%
In-School
0.2%
Emergency
4.9% below state avg
Elementary Schools
7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Winthrop School
0.1 mi
|
#89 of 824
|
Score: 59.8
Improved 1 spots from last year
+1.6 above state avg
392 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
0.7 mi
|
#218 of 824
|
Score: 54.0
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
260 students
Moderate
Grades K-05
Early Childhood Center
0.7 mi
246 students
Moderate
Grades PK-K
A+
Horace Mann School
0.7 mi
|
#79 of 824
|
Score: 60.5
Dropped 73 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
254 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A
Lincoln School
1.0 mi
|
#130 of 824
|
Score: 57.6
Improved 194 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
404 students
Diverse
Rising School
Grades K-05
A
Roosevelt School
1.0 mi
|
#124 of 824
|
Score: 57.9
Improved 100 spots from last year
-0.4 below state avg
406 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.8 mi
|
#92 of 352
|
Score: 50.4
Improved 6 spots from last year
-7.8 below state avg
886 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
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Neighborhood
East Side
228 Upham Street, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
TEAM06
Office MLS ID
AN0157
Listing Data Updated
Nov 9, 2016 10:42 AM EST
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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