259 Washington St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

$1,479,000

Est. $8,237/month

4

Beds

2.5

Baths

2,430

Sq Ft

$609

Price/Sq Ft

0.13

Acres

1880

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

24 minutes

Time on Market

Active Listed Jan 13, 2026 • MLS# 73467836 Copied!

About this home

You’re tired of white-box new construction, this home bridges the gap with a contemporary twist on a classic Victorian. Ideally located minutes from downtown Melrose, the Middlesex Fells Reservation, and Route 93, 259 Washington Street delivers character, warmth, and modern comfort. The main level features stunning archways, classic checkerboard tile, warm hardwood floors, a handsome drop zone, and a brand-new four-season room. A timeless kitchen flows into the dining room, complete with a charming coffee nook—perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The second floor offers three bedrooms, including a primary suite with a beautiful en suite bath featuring a dual vanity, a two-person shower with massaging jets, and a walk-in closet. A guest bath serves two additional bedrooms, along with the ultra-rare convenience of full laundry on the second floor.The third level adds a fourth bedroom and flexible bonus space ideal for a home office. Melrose's Newest Sweetheart!

Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1880

Bedrooms

4

Full Bathrooms

2

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

2,430 sq ft

Total Rooms

11

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1880

Living Area 2,430 sq ft

Lot Size 0.13 acres

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 11

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump

Cooling Central Air, Dual

Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Washer

Fireplace None

Basement None

Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Victorian

Roof Shingle

Features Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard

Pool None

Spa None

Fencing Fenced

Patio/Porch Deck - Composite, Covered

Parking

Garage Spaces 1

Has Garage Yes

Features Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street

Total Spaces 3

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $6,704

Assessed Value $677,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Interior Features:

Windows:

Basement:

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Washer Hookup, Second Floor

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian

Year Built: 1880

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle

Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Central Air, Dual

Cooling Zones: 3

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard

Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite, Covered

Fencing: Fenced

Other Structures:

Lot Features: Corner Lot

Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1

Total Parking Spaces: 3

Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street

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259 Washington St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

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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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Listed for Sale

Jan 13, 2026

$1,479,000

Original listing

Agent: Waypoint Realty Group Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Previous Transaction - MLS #73357588

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Previously Sold

Jul 1, 2025

$738,500

MLS #73357588

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Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
01/13/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,479,000	-	-	Original listing
07/01/2025	🏷️ Previously Sold	$738,500	-	-	MLS #73357588

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Date	Event	Price	Change
Jan 13, 2026	New Listing Added	$1,479,000	—
Jul 1, 2025	Sold	$738,500	—

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Time on Market

24 minutes

Price per Sq Ft

$609

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

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Assessed Value

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