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47 Essex St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155
$740,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,702
Sq Ft
$435
Price/Sq Ft
0.14
Acres
1930
Year Built
1
Garage Space
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 28, 2018 • MLS# 72299205 Copied! • Updated May 24, 2018

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
$451/sq ft
Difference
3.5%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

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 History

Market Insights

37.5%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73524682
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
May 27, 2026
$1,095,000
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.

Tax History

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

Financial Details

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

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
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $5,343
Assessed Value $506,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Buyer And Buyer’s Agent Must Verify All Information And Perform Their Own Due Diligence
Exclusions Corner Cabinet In Dining Room
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color White
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 6 days

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

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room
15 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
17 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Room
20 x 11
Flooring - Hardwood
Family Room
16 x 14
Skylight, Flooring - Hardwood

Second Floor

Bedroom3
13 x 9
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom2
8 x 6
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom2
13 x 10
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
18 x 9
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bathroom3
Office
Master Bathroom
No

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
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

6 schools
St. Joseph Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Raphael Elementary School
0.7 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
B
Milton Fuller Roberts School
1.1 mi | #353 of 824 | Score: 49.1
Improved 194 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
586 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B-
John J McGlynn Elementary School
1.5 mi | #422 of 824 | Score: 47.1
Improved 242 spots from last year
-11.1 below state avg
505 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
B+
Missituk Elementary School
1.8 mi | #300 of 824 | Score: 50.8
Improved 77 spots from last year
-7.4 below state avg
418 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
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
B-
John J. McGlynn Middle School
2.3 mi | #206 of 352 | Score: 40.2
Improved 30 spots from last year
-18.1 below state avg
464 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

2 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
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Neighborhood

47 Essex St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joseph Pollack
Listing Office Redfin Corp.
Office Phone 617-340-7803
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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