79 Florence Ave, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176 • Mount Hood - Eastside

$1,168,000

Est. $6,898/month

5

Beds

2.5

Baths

2,409

Sq Ft

$485

Price/Sq Ft

0.15

Acres

1890

Year Built

Single Family Residence

Type

14 hours 1 minute

Time on Market

Active Open House Listed Apr 1, 2026 • MLS# 73494680 Copied!

About this home

This East Side Victorian is a true gem, blending timeless character w/ modern updates in an unbeatable location near Melrose Common, Winthrop School & vibrant downtown. This beloved, meticulously restored home features a 1st flr designed for comfort & style, including an updated showstopper kitchen w/ white & gray palette, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, island & window seat. The LR & DR offer soaring ceilings, crown molding, oak floors & fireplace. The 2nd flr has 3 spacious BDs, a Juliet balcony, updated BA & bonus rm for storage, play or office. The 3rd flr features a primary suite w/ updated bath & office space. Updates include mini-splits (AC), newer roof & windows, plus a detached 2-car garage. Enjoy a front porch & rear deck overlooking a beautiful landscaped fenced yard. This is more than a home; it’s a piece of Melrose history, lovingly maintained and ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to make this Victorian treasure yours!

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Property Overview

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Listing Type

For Sale

Year Built

1890

Bedrooms

5

Full Bathrooms

2

Half Bathrooms

1

Living Area

2,409 sq ft

Total Rooms

8

Open House Schedule

04

Apr

Saturday, April 4

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM EDT

03

Apr

Friday, April 3

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential

Style Single Family Residence

Year Built 1890

Living Area 2,409 sq ft

Lot Size 0.15 acres

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas

Cooling Ductless

Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood

Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood

Fireplace Dining Room

Fireplaces 1

Basement Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup

Features Entrance Foyer, Bonus Room, High Speed Internet

Exterior

Construction Frame

Architecture Colonial, Victorian

Roof Shingle, Rubber

Parking

Garage Spaces 2

Has Garage Yes

Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Total Spaces 8

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Water Public

Sewer Public Sewer

Gas None

Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $9,508

Assessed Value $960,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood

Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood

Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Bonus Room, High Speed Internet

Windows: Insulated Windows

Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup

Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Colonial, Victorian

Year Built: 1890

Structure Type:

Exterior Materials: Frame

Roof: Shingle, Rubber

Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas

Heating Zones: 3

Cooling: Ductless

Cooling Zones: 7

Hot Water:

Water Source: Public

Sewer: Public Sewer

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2

Total Parking Spaces: 8

Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1

Fireplace Type: Dining Room

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Mount Hood - Eastside

79 Florence Ave, Melrose MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176

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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

0.4 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

1.0 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

1.2 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

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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$1,168,000

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Agent: Team Suzanne and Company Office: Compass

Date	Event	Price	Change	$/sqft	Details
04/01/2026	🏠 Listed for Sale	$1,168,000	-	-	Original listing

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Time on Market

14 hours 1 minute

Price per Sq Ft

$485

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