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26 1st St., Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$715,000
Est. $4,273/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,640
Sq Ft
$436
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1860
Year Built
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 31, 2018 • MLS# 72418022 Copied!

About this home

26 1st St...ideal location and masterful craftsmanship in this newly renovated home on Melrose's desirable East Side.  No detail overlooked or spared with new hardwood flooring throughout open concept living. Waterfall quartz counters grace the luxurious kitchen and island.  Beveled subway tile, designer lighting, stainless steel appliances include an LG Inverter Linear refrigerator.  Upstairs, you'll find a master suite with a dual, opposite sinks and glass barn door shower.  Outside, enjoy your own low-maintenance Beacon Hill style yard and deck with a one-car garage.  Your systems are also brand new with a tankless water heater, high efficiency furnace and central a/c.  Easy access to transportation to Oak Grove T, the Commuter Rail, Melrose's most popular playground, The Common and Main Streets chic cafes, restaurants and shops. Check out the video on the virtual tour link!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner COTTER, GAVIN
Mailing Address 26 FIRST ST, MELROSE, MA, 02176

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning URA
Style OLD STYLE

Tax Information

Assessed Value $921,800

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $466,500 $451,100 $921,800

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jan 4, 2019 $715,000 72094/88

Building Permit History

Permit history not yet available for this municipality.

Municipal Context: MELROSE

Match: geocode_proximity (89.8% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1860
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,640 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $674,900
Final Sale Price: $715,000
Difference: +$40,100 (+5.9%)
Performance Metrics
105.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $412
Sale $/sq ft: $436
This property sold for $436 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.9% 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 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$436/sq ft
Area Average
$572/sq ft
Difference
23.8%

This property sold below the area average, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1860
Living Area 1,640 sq ft
Lot Size 0.09 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Asphalt/composition Shingles
Features Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $5,496
Assessed Value $485,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1860
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

26 1st St., Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Winthrop School
0.4 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
A
Lincoln School
0.7 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
Early Childhood Center
0.7 mi
246 students Moderate
Grades PK-K
A+
Horace Mann School
0.9 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
Roosevelt School
0.9 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.7 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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Property History

Market Insights

35.7%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73534011
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Currently Listed
Jun 11, 2026
$1,049,000
MLS #73534011 - Active
Sold
Jan 4, 2019
$715,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Oct 31, 2018
$674,900
Original listing
Agent: The Bill Butler Group Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 11, 2026 Sold $1,049,000
Oct 31, 2018 New Listing Added $674,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$436

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $5,496 $485,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,496
Tax Year 2018
Assessed Value
$485,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Bill Butler Group
Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TM327053
Office MLS ID AN4646
Listing Data Updated Jan 8, 2019 1:42 PM 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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