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294 E Foster St, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
$601,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$599,986
Final Sale Price:
$601,000
Difference:
+$1,014 (+0.2%)
Performance Metrics
100.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
25
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$429
Sale $/sq ft:
$429
This property sold for $429 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.2% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 25 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$429/sq ft
Area Median
$539/sq ft
Difference
20.4%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
Welcome to this East Side Melrose home set in a highly sought-after neighborhood overlooking Melrose Commons. Offering 6 rooms, 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths across approximately 1,400 sq. ft., this property sits on a 5,750 sq. ft. lot with a very private, fully fenced yard and a newer storage shed. The location is quiet and convenient, with easy access to parks, schools, and downtown amenities. While the home needs some updating and TLC, it presents a fantastic opportunity to renovate, personalize, and build equity in one of Melrose’s most desirable areas. This is a must-see opportunity in a prime location!
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Property History
Market Insights
52%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73561455
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 11, 2026
$1,250,000
MLS #73561455 - Active
Sold
Jan 15, 2026
Property sold
Pending Sale
Dec 3, 2025
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Nov 20, 2025
$599,986
Original listing
Agent: Matt Tasgin
Office: United Brokers
Listed for Sale
Nov 20, 2025
$599,986
Original listing
Office: United Brokers
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,250,000 | - | - | MLS #73561455 - Active |
| 01/15/2026 | ✓ Sold | - | - | - | Property sold |
| 12/03/2025 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 11/20/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,986 | - | - | Original listing |
| 11/20/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,986 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,041 | $711,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,041
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$711,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Lot Size
0.13 acres
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances
Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch - Enclosed
Parking
Features
Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
3
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,041
Assessed Value
$711,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Information Herein May Contain Inaccuracies And Is Provided Without Warranty Or Guarantee Of Any Kind. Agents & Buyers Must Independently Verify Any Info They Deem Material Or Important To Their Purchase Or Any Offered Price Thereunder. Seller Has A Real Estate License. No Heat In 2 Bedrooms.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
27 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,400 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,400 sq ft above grade
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch - Enclosed
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood
Appliances:
Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished
Laundry:
First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Colonial
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stone
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Oil
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Porch - Enclosed
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Cleared, Level
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
3
Parking Features:
Off Street, Paved
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
Elementary Schools
7 schools
St. Mary Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Winthrop School
0.1 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
Early Childhood Center
0.8 mi
246 students
Moderate
Grades PK-K
A+
Horace Mann School
0.9 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
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
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
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.9 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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294 E Foster St, Melrose MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Matt Tasgin
Listing Office
United Brokers
Office Phone
781-629-2258
Agent MLS ID
CN238940
Office MLS ID
BB9067
Listing Data Updated
Jan 16, 2026 11:09 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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