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88 Melrose Street # 88, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474 • East Arlington
$1,135,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,129
Sq Ft
$533
Price/Sq Ft
1925
Year Built
1
Garage Space
25
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 21, 2025 • MLS# 73378505 Copied! • Updated Jul 25, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,199,000
Final Sale Price: $1,135,000
Difference: $64,000 (-5.3%)
Performance Metrics
94.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
25
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $563
Sale $/sq ft: $533
This property sold for $533 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.3% below the original asking price.

With only 25 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 24 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$533/sq ft
Area Average
$252/sq ft
Difference
+111.3%

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

About this home

PRICE DROP! Last of two magnificently gut-renovated condominiums nestled on one of East Arlington’s most sought-after streets, blends modern luxury with timeless charm. Set on picturesque, tree-lined Melrose St—complete with sidewalks and a true neighborhood feel—these large 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath homes offer unbeatable walkability to Alewife Station, Minuteman Bike Path, Magnolia Park, and Hardy School. Thoughtfully transformed with energy efficiency and comfort in mind, they meet Arlington’s new stringent energy standards. Each unit WOWs with an open plan, a chef-inspired kitchen with quartz countertops, state-of-the-art induction ranges with hood vents, elegant lighting, custom cabinetry, sleek bathrooms, private laundry and top-of-the-line ducted heat pump systems. Enjoy summer BBQs in the private fenced yard, generous front and rear porches, plus exceptional parking with three deeded driveway spaces & a garage spot for each unit! All this in Arlington’s most desirable neighborhood!

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Property History

Market Insights

1.2%
Price Range
26
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 25, 2025
$1,135,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 26
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 21, 2025
$1,149,000
Original listing
Agent: Tobey Nemser Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $12,030 $1,117,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$12,030
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$200
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,117,000

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1925
Living Area 2,129 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Heat Pump
Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck - Composite
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Deeded, Off Street, Tandem, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 4
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $12,030
Assessed Value $1,117,000

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $200 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Taxes And Assessments Are For Original Two-family House Prior To Renovations.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 88
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 26 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,129 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Kitchen
Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled
Bedroom2
Flooring - Hardwood, Remodeled
Master Bedroom
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Basement Floor

Bedroom4
Flooring - Vinyl, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
Bedroom3
Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
Bathroom3
Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Remodeled, Washer Hookup
Family Room
Flooring - Vinyl, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Office
Master Bathroom

Main,First Floor

Living Room
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Crown Molding

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1925
Effective Year (Renovated): 2025
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump
Cooling: Heat Pump
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Composite, Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck - Composite
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Deeded, Off Street, Tandem, Paved, Exclusive Parking
School District
Arlington School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.5% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.1% Emergency
5.0% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Hardy School
0.1 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Lesley Ellis School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-07
International School of Boston
0.6 mi
Grades PK-K
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.6 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.1 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.2 mi | #15 of 352 | Score: 62.5
Dropped 13 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
742 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Arlington Catholic High School
1.0 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.0 mi
Grades 06-12
A+
Belmont High School
1.4 mi | #10 of 346 | Score: 75.5
Same rank as last year
+17.3 above state avg
1,454 students Diverse
21 sports • 2,714 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

East Arlington

88 Melrose Street # 88, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tobey Nemser
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone 781-648-3500
Agent MLS ID CT008349
Office MLS ID AN6101
Listing Data Updated Jul 25, 2025 1:32 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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