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38 Fifth St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155 • Wellington
$999,900
$924,900
Est. $5,405/month
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,740
Sq Ft
$338
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1865
Year Built
2
Parking
29
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$75,000 Open House Listed Jun 10, 2026 • MLS# 73533730 Copied! • Updated Jul 10, 2026

Open House Schedule

12
Jul
Sunday, July 12
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM EDT

About this home

Nestled on a tree-lined street is this charming 1865 Victorian-Colonial blends historic character with comfortable living. Filled with natural light, the home features high ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, built-in features, and 3 levels of versatile living space. The main level welcomes you with a gracious foyer featuring a fireplace, a spacious living room, and an elegant dining room with a fireplace perfect for entertaining. The bright eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space, along with a convenient half bath. The 2nd fl includes 3 generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. The 3rd fl provides additional flexibility with a 4th bedroom, a full bath, and a bonus room would make a great master suite. Large 3-season enclosed porch, a patio perfect for summer gatherings, a private backyard, storage shed, and 2 off-street parking spaces. The full basement offers laundry facilities and abundant storage. Ideally located near Wellington T, shopping, major highways & Boston.

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Price Changes
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Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Jul 6, 2026
$924,900 $75,000 (-7.5%)
From $999,900 to $924,900 (-7.5%)
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Listed for Sale
Jun 10, 2026
$999,900
Original listing
Agent: Maureen Schlegel Office: Century 21 North East

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,336 $720,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,336
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$720,000

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1865
Living Area 2,740 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Dining Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features Lighting - Overhead, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Entrance Foyer, Bonus Room, Sun Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $6,336
Assessed Value $720,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Seller Disclosures Seller Makes No Representations Or Warranties Regarding The Property. Buyers And Their Agents Are Responsible For Conducting Their Own Independent Due Diligence And Verifying All Information. Some Rooms Are Virtually Staged.
Exclusions Personal Belongings
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Beige
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Living area includes finished 3rd floor
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 30 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1865
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,740 sq ft
Total Rooms
11

Room Details

Second Floor

Bedroom3
Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bedroom2
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Master Bedroom
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Third Floor

Bedroom4
Bathroom3
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

Main,First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Dining Area, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
Living Room
Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Ceiling Fan(s), Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Pendant, Entrance Foyer, Bonus Room, Sun Room
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1865
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Screens
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Driveway, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Dining Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
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
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Raphael Elementary School
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
John J McGlynn Elementary School
1.0 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
1.3 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
B
Milton Fuller Roberts School
1.4 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
A+
Brooks School
2.6 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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
B-
John J. McGlynn Middle School
0.3 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
B+
Madeleine Dugger Andrews Middle School
1.0 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
H

High Schools

2 schools
A-
Medford High School
2.8 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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Wellington

38 Fifth St, Medford MA 02155

Medford, MA 02155

Listing Information

Listing Agent Maureen Schlegel
Listing Office Century 21 North East
Office Phone 781-395-2121
Agent MLS ID B8001282
Office MLS ID AN7856
Listing Data Updated Jul 10, 2026 3:05 AM 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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