FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelSecond
160 Forest St, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$699,000
Est. $4,359/month
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About this home
Nestled on a picturesque lot surrounded by mature trees, this warm and inviting home blends timeless character with everyday comfort. Sunlight pours into the spacious living room featuring hardwood floors, a classic fireplace with custom built-ins, and oversized windows The generous dining room flows into a charming sunroom, creating the perfect space to enjoy your morning coffee, read a book, or simply relax throughout the day, while sliding glass doors lead to the deck for easy outdoor entertaining. The country kitchen is functional and filled with potential, offering the perfect opportunity to create the kitchen you've always envisioned. The second floor offers three bedrooms, additoinal office space and a full bath. The spacious primary bedroom features a charming partial vaulted ceiling and generous closet space. The partially finished basement includes a full bath, a workshop area, and plenty of storage. A detached garage offers additional storage and convenience. This home presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers looking to personalize a property while building equity in the highly deisrable city of Melrose. Showings begin at the first open house. Offers, if any, are due Monday, July 27 at 12:00 PM.
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Property History
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Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Jul 28, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jul 21, 2026
$699,000
Original listing
Agent: Tina Crowley
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/21/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $699,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,496 | $757,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,496
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$757,200
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1931
Living Area
1,744 sq ft
Lot Size
0.53 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
9
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Wood Stove
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Closet, Sun Room, Foyer, Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Cape
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood, Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Detached, Storage, Workshop In Garage, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,496
Assessed Value
$757,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Property Being Sold As Is, 2nd Bedroom Bunkbeds Are Built In, 2nd Bath Is In The Basement, Sellers Would Prefer To Leave Behind Any Personal Items They Do Not Want, Heating System Is Old But Functioning, Bedrooms Have Electric Heat, Possible Termite Damage In The Garage
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
brown
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Buyers and buyers agent to perform all due diligence, heating is on oil though there is gas in house
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1931
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,744 sq ft
Total Rooms
9
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,744 sq ft above grade
Dimensions134 x 9.333333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
Dimensions11.25 x 11.833333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
Dimensions13.083333333 x 24.083333333
FeaturesSkylight, Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
LevelSecond
Dimensions8.75 x 12.1
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
Dimensions13 x 12.166666666
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
LevelMain,First
Dimensions16.416666666 x 14
FeaturesWood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, French Doors, Country Kitchen, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
LevelMain,First
Dimensions21.25 x 11.833333333
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Sconce
LevelMain,First
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
LevelBasement
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Exterior, Deck - Wood, Patio
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:
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Closet, Sun Room, Foyer, Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Cape
Year Built:
1931
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Block
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Oil, Electric, Wood Stove
Heating Zones:
6
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot, Wooded, Level, Sloped
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Detached, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Off Street, Paved
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Nearby Schools
School information not available for this location.
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Homeowners Insurance
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Neighborhood
160 Forest St, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tina Crowley
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
CT009656
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Jul 29, 2026 3:30 AM EDT
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