FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelMain
1078 Main St, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$550,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$599,000
Final Sale Price:
$550,000
Difference:
$49,000 (-8.2%)
Performance Metrics
91.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$496
Sale $/sq ft:
$455
This property sold for $455 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.2% below the original asking price.
With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 11 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$455/sq ft
Area Median
$493/sq ft
Difference
7.7%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Contractor's dream in the heart of Melrose. This three bedroom, one and a half bathroom home is full of potential and ready for your personal touch! Situated on a desirable corner lot, it features a driveway with two parking spots and unbeatable proximity to everything Melrose has to offer... Restaurants, shops, and public transportaion are all close by the house. With updates and creativity, this property could easily become your dream home or next great investment.
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Property History
Market Insights
43.3%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73582658
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 25, 2026
$949,000
MLS #73582658 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #73510453
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jun 29, 2026
$970,000
MLS #73510453
Sold
Nov 13, 2025
$550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Listed for Sale
Oct 21, 2025
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Kimberly O'Neil Mara
Office: Century 21 North East
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $949,000 | - | - | MLS #73582658 - Active |
| 06/29/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $970,000 | - | - | MLS #73510453 |
| 11/13/2025 | ✓ Sold | $550,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 10/21/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,944 | $499,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,944
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$499,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1910
Living Area
1,208 sq ft
Lot Size
0.06 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Basement
Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian
Roof
Shingle
Features
Rain Gutters
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Oven, For Gas Dryer, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,944
Assessed Value
$499,400
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Has Never Lived In The Property.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Blue
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,208 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,208 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Vinyl
LevelMain
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelMain
FeaturesBathroom - Half
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
FeaturesBathroom - Full
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
FeaturesNo
Display Options
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:
Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Interior Entry, Unfinished
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian
Year Built:
1910
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded
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
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Horace Mann School
0.3 mi
|
#74 of 825
|
Score: 60.6
Dropped 68 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
258 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Early Childhood Center
0.3 mi
247 students
Diverse
Grades PK-K
A
Roosevelt School
0.6 mi
|
#107 of 825
|
Score: 58.8
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.6 above state avg
366 students
Moderate
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Winthrop School
1.1 mi
|
#79 of 825
|
Score: 60.3
Improved 11 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
372 students
Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Lincoln School
1.4 mi
|
#205 of 825
|
Score: 54.6
Improved 119 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
387 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
1.6 mi
|
#204 of 825
|
Score: 54.6
Dropped 74 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
266 students
Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.6 mi
|
#89 of 352
|
Score: 50.7
Improved 9 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
830 students
Moderate
Grades 06-08
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Neighborhood
1078 Main St, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Kimberly O'Neil Mara
Listing Office
Century 21 North East
Office Phone
800-844-7653
Agent MLS ID
B8000844
Office MLS ID
AN8462
Listing Data Updated
Nov 17, 2025 4:33 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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