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26 Central Avenue, Malden MA 02148

Malden, MA 02148
$475,000
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,133
Sq Ft
$419
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1900
Year Built
2
Parking
18
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 9, 2025 • MLS# 73442024 Copied! • Updated Nov 25, 2025

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $425,000
Final Sale Price: $475,000
Difference: +$50,000 (+11.8%)
Performance Metrics
111.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
18
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $375
Sale $/sq ft: $419
This property sold for $419 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 11.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 18 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
$419/sq ft
Area Average
$349/sq ft
Difference
+20.0%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

About this home

ATTENTION CONTRACTORS AND INVESTORS... here is your winter project! Three bedroom, one bathroom single family home in need of a total gut renovation. Corner lot with off-street parking. Easy access to Route 1, Tobin Bridge, Boston, shops, & eateries! Come and bring your vision to transform this home. Seller has never lived in the property and makes no warranties or representations. SOLD AS IS. Buyers and agents to do due diligence. Property has been winterized and electricity has been shut off .Please be advised that this property is being sold by the City of Malden subject to M.G.L. c. 60, s. 64A. Buyers are encouraged to conduct their own research prior to placing offers.”

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Property History

Market Insights

49.9%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73501010
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 22, 2026
$849,000
MLS #73501010 - Active
Sold
Nov 24, 2025
$475,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Oct 9, 2025
$425,000
Original listing
Agent: Kristin Gennetti Office: Century 21 North East

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $5,978 $516,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,978
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$516,300

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,133 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Carpet, Laminate
Appliances Water Heater
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Colonial
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $5,978
Assessed Value $516,300
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures Sold As Is. Property Delivered W/ Any Contents. Seller Has Never Lived In The Property & Makes No Warranties Or Representations. Buyers & Agents To Do Due Diligence. Property Has Been Winterized & Electricity Has Been Shut Off. May Not Qualify For Conventional Financing.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
House Color Yellow
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 20 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,133 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Dining Room
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Kitchen
Living Room
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Second Floor

Bedroom3
Closet
Bedroom2
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Master Bedroom
Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Appliances: Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street
School District
Malden School District local
B-
School Safety 2024-25
1.6% Average
1.5% Suspensions 1.0% In-School 0.1% Emergency
3.9% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

8 schools
B-
Linden School
0.4 mi | #197 of 352 | Score: 40.7
Improved 30 spots from last year
-17.5 below state avg
813 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
A
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
0.8 mi | #52 of 346 | Score: 67.0
Dropped 2 spots from last year
+8.8 above state avg
1,698 students Very Diverse
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades K-12
B-
Forestdale School
1.2 mi | #185 of 352 | Score: 41.8
Dropped 12 spots from last year
-16.4 below state avg
539 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
D
Salemwood School
1.2 mi | #324 of 352 | Score: 28.9
Dropped 70 spots from last year
-29.4 below state avg
1,033 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
B
Ferryway School
1.9 mi | #166 of 352 | Score: 43.0
Improved 23 spots from last year
-15.2 below state avg
920 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
Cheverus Elementary School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
Beebe School
2.6 mi | #196 of 352 | Score: 40.8
Dropped 50 spots from last year
-17.4 below state avg
921 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-08
Malden Early Learning Center
1.7 mi
238 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
H

High Schools

2 schools
Malden Catholic High School
1.2 mi
19 sports • 2,126 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
C+
Malden High School
1.9 mi | #226 of 346 | Score: 48.9
Improved 72 spots from last year
-9.3 below state avg
1,890 students Very Diverse
14 sports • 856 athletes
Early College Program Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood

26 Central Avenue, Malden MA 02148

Malden, MA 02148

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kristin Gennetti
Listing Office Century 21 North East
Office Phone 781-730-3977
Agent MLS ID H8000364
Office MLS ID AN5111
Listing Data Updated Nov 25, 2025 11:28 AM EST
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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