26 Tappan St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176
$949,900
Est. $5,764/month
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4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,181
Sq Ft
$436
Price/Sq Ft
0.10
Acres
1900
Year Built
1
Garage Space
1
Day on Market
For Sale Open House Listed Oct 22, 2026 • MLS# 73594100 Copied! • Updated Oct 23, 2026

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Open House Schedule

24
Oct
Saturday, October 24
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
25
Oct
Sunday, October 25
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained two-family home being offered in the single-family category for buyers seeking flexible living options, classic charm and exceptional curb appeal in desirable Melrose. The spacious owner’s unit offers two levels of living with three bedrooms, one and a half baths, a bright and inviting living room, formal dining room with hardwood floors and a well-appointed kitchen featuring white cabinetry, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully maintained throughout, this unit offers the space and comfort of single-family living with the added benefit of rental income. The first-floor unit features one bedroom and one full bathroom and has been freshly painted, offering an opportunity for future updates. Outside, enjoy attractive landscaping, beautiful deck, a generous driveway and detached garage. Perfect for owner-occupants looking to offset their mortgage, multigenerational living or investors seeking a well-maintained two-family property in Melrose.

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Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Oct 22, 2026
$949,900
Original listing
Agent: Lento + Rivkind Real Estate Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $9,130 $796,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,130
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$796,000

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1900
Living Area 2,181 sq ft
Lot Size 0.10 acres
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Off Street
Total Spaces 4
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $9,130
Assessed Value $796,000
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Listed As A 2 Family- Mls # 73590022. Seller Occupies Top 2 Living Levels. First Level Is Currently Used As A 1 Bedroom Apartment.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Owner occupies top two living levels. First floor is currently a 1 bedroom apartment. Sep. systems
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 1 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,181 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Levels
Multi/Split

Floor Layout

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1900
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Deck - Wood
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street
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
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Lincoln School
0.3 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
A
Roosevelt School
0.7 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
Early Childhood Center
1.0 mi
247 students Diverse
Grades PK-K
A+
Winthrop School
1.2 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
1.3 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
1.4 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
M

Middle Schools

1 school
A-
Melrose Middle School
0.7 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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26 Tappan St, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lento + Rivkind Real Estate Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Office Phone 617-266-4430
Agent MLS ID TM357624
Office MLS ID AN6192
Listing Data Updated Oct 23, 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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