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73 Florence Ave, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$749,000
Est. $4,587/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,726
Sq Ft
$434
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1900
Year Built
13 hours 18 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Jun 12, 2026 • MLS# 73535366 Copied!

About this home

Cape Cod-style home with Tudor-inspired architectural details and timeless curb appeal in Melrose's desirable Mount Hood neighborhood. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on a quiet dead-end street moments from Melrose Commons and close to downtown Melrose's restaurants, shops, and commuter rail. Original wood moldings, a fireplace, flat private backyard, and a 1-car garage offer genuine upside for the right buyer. Ready for a full renovation and priced accordingly — this is your opportunity to put your stamp on a character-rich home in a sought-after location. Seller requires use and occupancy through end of August. Ideal for a developer or experienced renovator with a vision. Bring your contractor and make it yours.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BATCHELDER, JILL
Mailing Address 73 FLORENCE AVE, MELROSE, MA, 02176

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning URA
Style COLONIAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $761,500

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $502,300 $255,600 $761,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 31, 2006 $485,000 48097/546

Building Permit History

Permit history not yet available for this municipality.

Municipal Context: MELROSE

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 2,272 1,726
Year built 1,900 1,900
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 13, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,726 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Open House Schedule

14
Jun
Sunday, June 14
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,726 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Steam, Oil
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Carpet, Laminate
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Cape, Tudor
Roof Shingle
Features Porch - Screened
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Screened

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $7,198
Assessed Value $727,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Laminate
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Cape, Tudor
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Screened
Patio & Porch: Screened
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility

Location

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Neighborhood

73 Florence Ave, 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
0.8 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
0.3 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
Lincoln School
1.0 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
Early Childhood Center
1.0 mi
246 students Moderate
Grades PK-K
A+
Horace Mann School
1.1 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
A
Roosevelt School
1.3 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
1.0 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

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Jun 12, 2026
$749,000
Original listing
Agent: Sherwood & Company Team Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 12, 2026 New Listing Added $749,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
13 hours 18 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$434

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,198 $727,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,198
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$727,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sherwood & Company Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM352103
Office MLS ID AN2383
Listing Data Updated Jun 13, 2026 3:30 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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