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268 Laurel St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$1,125,000
Est. $6,575/month
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,536
Sq Ft
$444
Price/Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
1953
Year Built
13
Days on Market
Closed Listed Dec 3, 2025 • MLS# 73459454 Copied!

About this home

Sun-filled & charming, this beautifully updated ranch sits on a quarter-acre lot in Melrose. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace, hardwood floors, & a custom bar w/beverage center & wine fridge. The kitchen offers quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, & a dedicated dining area. A heated-floor sunroom off the kitchen provides an ideal space for entertaining or play. Three bedrooms with ample closet space and a renovated full bath with a frameless glass shower complete the main level. The lower level includes a finished basement space with oversized family room/office, an additional bedroom, newly renovated laundry room, & a full bath. Additional amenities include a fenced yard with mature landscaping & new patio, new A/C, heat, & hot water tank, custom blinds & shutters, & a garage. Located minutes from Melrose’s vibrant dining & shopping options with easy access to Route 1 & the MBTA bus line, this exceptional home is not to be missed.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1953
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,536 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $995,000
Final Sale Price: $1,125,000
Difference: +$130,000 (+13.1%)
Performance Metrics
113.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $392
Sale $/sq ft: $444
This property sold for $444 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 13.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 3 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$444/sq ft
Area Average
$465/sq ft
Difference
4.4%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1953
Living Area 2,536 sq ft
Lot Size 0.26 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture Ranch
Roof Shingle
Features Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 4

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $8,240
Assessed Value $832,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1953
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

268 Laurel St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Walkability

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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
E

Elementary Schools

7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Winthrop School
0.3 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-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
0.5 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+
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
Early Childhood Center
1.1 mi
246 students Moderate
Grades PK-K
A
Lincoln School
1.4 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
1.5 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
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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Year 15
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Property History

Market Insights

Property Timeline

Sold
Jan 21, 2026
Property sold
Pending Sale
Dec 8, 2025
Offer accepted, sale pending
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Listed for Sale
Dec 3, 2025
$995,000
Original listing
Agent: Martha Toti Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
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Listed for Sale
Dec 3, 2025
$995,000
Original listing
Agent: Martha Toti Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 3, 2025 New Listing Added $995,000
Dec 3, 2025 New Listing Added $995,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
13 days
Price per Sq Ft
$444

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $8,240 $832,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,240
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$832,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Martha Toti
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Agent MLS ID CT000430
Office MLS ID AN6194
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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