41 Hillcrest Ave, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176 • East Side
$550,000
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,255
Sq Ft
$244
Price/Sq Ft
0.18
Acres
1935
Year Built
2
Garage Spaces
Single Family Residence
Type
7
Days on Market
Sold 2010 Listed Jul 7, 2010 • MLS# 71105853 Copied! • Updated Aug 4, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $550,000
Final Sale Price: $550,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $244
Sale $/sq ft: $244
This property sold for $244 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 8 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$244/sq ft
Area Median
$421/sq ft
Difference
42.1%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Stately center entrance Colonial in desirable East Side n'hood. 1st impressions are paramount, & this lovingly maintained home has infinite curb appeal. Huge front-back living rm w/working fireplace, & built-in bookcases, opens to 3-season porch. Nicely landscaped yard w/perennials, privacy & in-grd sprinklers. Refreshed EIK features new stove, d/w, counter-tops & flooring. Formal dining rm w/corner hutch is great for entertaining. Generous bdrms, walk-up attic, 2-car garage, new furnace & MORE!

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

54.2%
Price Range
21
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73573768
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Oct 22, 2026
$1,200,000
MLS #73573768
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Sold
Jul 20, 2010
$550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 21
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Listed for Sale
Jul 7, 2010
$550,000
Original listing
Agent: Amber Orton Office: RE/MAX Heritage, LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #70206287
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 29, 2005
$570,000
MLS #70206287
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Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2010 $6,109 $506,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,109
Tax Year 2010
Assessed Value
$506,100

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1935
Living Area 2,255 sq ft
Lot Size 0.18 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
Appliances Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Fireplace Family Room, Living Room
Fireplaces 2
Basement Full
Laundry In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Walk-up Attic

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed
Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 6
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer Public Sewer, City/town Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $6,109
Assessed Value $506,100
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Association Required No
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures See Sellers Statement. Available On Mapass.
Exclusions See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet. Available On Mapass.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
House Color Brick/Whit
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures SF is approximate. Buyer should verify.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 21 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1935
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,255 sq ft
Total Rooms
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features: Walk-up Attic
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Full
Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1935
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Hot Water, Oil
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 6
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Family Room, Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat
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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Winthrop School
0.2 mi | #79 of 825 | Score: 60.3
Improved 11 spots from last year
+2.1 above state avg
372 students Less Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Horace Mann School
0.7 mi | #74 of 825 | Score: 60.6
Dropped 68 spots from last year
+2.3 above state avg
258 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Herbert Clark Hoover School
0.7 mi | #204 of 825 | Score: 54.6
Dropped 74 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
266 students Moderate
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Early Childhood Center
0.8 mi
247 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
A
Roosevelt School
1.2 mi | #107 of 825 | Score: 58.8
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.6 above state avg
366 students Moderate
Rising School Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
Lincoln School
1.2 mi | #205 of 825 | Score: 54.6
Improved 119 spots from last year
-3.6 below state avg
387 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.9 mi | #89 of 352 | Score: 50.7
Improved 9 spots from last year
-7.5 below state avg
830 students Moderate
Grades 06-08
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Location

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Neighborhood

East Side

41 Hillcrest Ave, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Listing Information

Listing Agent Amber Orton
Listing Office RE/MAX Heritage, LLC
Office Phone 781-979-0100
Agent MLS ID C8000680
Office MLS ID B13601
Listing Data Updated Aug 4, 2025 12:20 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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