Dimensions12 x 8
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity
LevelFirst
185 Essex St # 1A, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$515,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$499,900
Final Sale Price:
$515,000
Difference:
+$15,100 (+3.0%)
Performance Metrics
103.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$472
Sale $/sq ft:
$486
This property sold for $486 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 3.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 10 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$486/sq ft
Area Median
$505/sq ft
Difference
3.7%
This property sold near the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Welcome to Cedar Crossing, a beautifully maintained condominium community built in 2013 and perfectly positioned for effortless Melrose living. Located just beyond vibrant downtown Melrose and moments from the Cedar Park Commuter Rail, this stylish first-floor one bedroom residence offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and modern design. Sunlit spaces, beautiful wood floors, and an open floor plan create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area where a cozy gas fireplace adds character and charm, creating an ideal setting for both entertaining and everyday living. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, generous storage, central air, and easy one-level living within a professionally managed building. One deeded parking space adds to the ease. Enjoy nearby restaurants, coffee shops, parks, boutique shopping, and commuter access just outside your door. Easy living in a prime Melrose location.
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Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
Jun 10, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jun 9, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2026
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Kim Izzi
Office: Leading Edge Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/09/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,919 | $516,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$5,919
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$353
Monthly
Assessed Value
$516,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2013
Living Area
1,059 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
First Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$5,919
Assessed Value
$516,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$353 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Rental Restrictions. Pet Policy: Less Than 25 Pounds Not To Exceed Two Per Unit- No Reptiles Or Birds. No Smoking. See Declaration Of Trust & Master Deed For Additional Details. Deeded Parking Space #12, Storage Space #1a. Measurements Are Estimated And Vary Between Listing Info & Floor Plans.
Exclusions
See Info Pack.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Garden"]
Unit/Building
1A
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Association Financial Statements (4)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2013
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,059 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,059 sq ft above grade
Dimensions15 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions20 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
Dimensions14 x 14
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
LevelFirst
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:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
First Floor, In Unit
Security:
Intercom, Other
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2013
Structure Type:
Garden
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
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
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Lincoln School
0.5 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
0.6 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
Early Childhood Center
0.7 mi
246 students
Moderate
Grades PK-K
A
Winthrop School
0.9 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+
Horace Mann School
1.0 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-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
1.1 mi
|
#218 of 824
|
Score: 54.0
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
260 students
Moderate
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.4 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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185 Essex St # 1A, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Kim Izzi
Listing Office
Leading Edge Real Estate
Office Phone
781-979-0100
Agent MLS ID
CN210666
Office MLS ID
AN4646
Listing Data Updated
Aug 4, 2026 10:03 AM EDT
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