259 Washington St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176 • Fells
$738,500
Est. $4,493/month
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,798
Sq Ft
$411
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1880
Year Built
65
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 9, 2025 • MLS# 73357588 Copied!

About this home

BACK ON MARKET DUE TO FINANCING. Step into this spacious home and envision the possibilities! The thoughtfully designed first floor offers the generous layout buyers love. A welcoming foyer opens to an inviting living room and adjacent dining room, perfect for hosting gatherings and creating lasting memories. While the kitchen awaits a renovation it provides the perfect canvas to design the heart of your dream home, complete with a pantry room for added storage and functionality. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms and a full bath, all ready for your personal updates to truly make them shine.The third floor offers untapped potential for additional living space; ideal for a playroom, home office, or creative retreat. Conveniently located just a short distance from Oak Grove,the picturesque trails of the Fells for outdoor adventures, and the vibrant shops & dining of downtown Melrose, this home combines location and opportunity.Tthis property offers a chance to bring your ideas to life.

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1880
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,798 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $729,900
Final Sale Price: $738,500
Difference: +$8,600 (+1.2%)
Performance Metrics
101.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
65
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $406
Sale $/sq ft: $411
This property sold for $411 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 65 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1880
Living Area 1,798 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry In Basement
Features Closet, Crown Molding, Bonus Room, Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle
Features Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $6,704
Assessed Value $677,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range
Interior Features: Closet, Crown Molding, Bonus Room, Foyer, Internet Available - Broadband, High Speed Internet
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry: In Basement
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1880
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Patio & Porch: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Fells

259 Washington St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Melrose School District local
School Safety 2024-25
0.6% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.4% In-School 0.2% Emergency
4.9% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Lincoln School
0.3 mi | #130 of 824 | Score: 57.6
Improved 194 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
404 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Roosevelt School
1.2 mi | #124 of 824 | Score: 57.9
Improved 100 spots from last year
-0.4 below state avg
406 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
1.3 mi | #218 of 824 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 88 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
260 students Moderate
Grades K-05
A
Winthrop School
1.4 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
Early Childhood Center
1.4 mi
246 students Moderate
Grades PK-K
A+
Horace Mann School
1.7 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
1.2 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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Property History

Market Insights

52.1%
Price Range
42
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73467836
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Currently Listed
Jan 13, 2026
$1,479,000
MLS #73467836 - Active
Sold
Jul 1, 2025
$738,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 42
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Listed for Sale
Apr 9, 2025
$709,000
Original listing
Agent: Annette Gregorio Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 13, 2026 Sold $1,479,000
Apr 9, 2025 New Listing Added $709,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
65 days
Price per Sq Ft
$411

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,704 $677,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,704
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$677,200

Listing Information

Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate
Agent MLS ID B0447974
Office MLS ID AN4646
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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