Enjoy all Melrose has to offer in this charming one-of-a kind Colonial which is being offered for the first time in 50 years. There is pride of ownership throughout this approximately 2,000 sq ft custom-built home which includes 3 large bedrooms and 1.5 baths. An oversized living room is centered with a beautiful craftsman designed fireplace. The spacious dining room has a corner built-in cabinet. There is also an eat-in kitchen, family room with a wood burning stove and a finished basement. The artistically designed fieldstone façade stands out in a great neighborhood located close to Mount Hood, the Winthrop School, churches, ballparks and all other conveniences. An easy to care for corner lot provides 2 separate parking areas. Beautifully landscaped grounds. They simply don’t build them like this anymore! Quality craftsmanship and attention to detail can be found throughout. Recent updates include roof, windows, exterior paint and boiler.
Sold for $885,000
$885,000
121 Waverly Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,986sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,624 Square Feet Lot
$1,060,700 Zestimate®
$446/sqft
$4,277 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,060,700
$976,000 - $1.17M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bernard Starr 617-791-2922,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate 781-246-2100,
Richard Tisei 781-254-3137
Bought with:
Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73255266
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11 x 118
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 58
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 149 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate
- Level: First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 236 x 14
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Sun Room, Play Room
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Wood Laminate, Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,986
- Total interior livable area: 1,986 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Exterior features: Professional Landscaping, Stone Wall
Lot
- Size: 5,624 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 657419
- Zoning: SRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, House of Worship
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $446/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $651,800
- Annual tax amount: $6,472
- Date on market: 1/15/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2024 | Sold | $885,000+6.6%$446/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73255266 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2024 | Contingent | $829,900$418/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73255266 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $829,900-7.3%$418/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73255266 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $895,000$451/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,816 +5.3% | $688,500 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $6,472 -0.7% | $651,800 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $6,520 -0.1% | $625,700 +1.3% |
| 2022 | $6,529 +3% | $617,700 +6.7% |
| 2021 | $6,338 +6.6% | $578,800 +7.6% |
| 2020 | $5,946 +12.6% | $538,100 +10.2% |
| 2019 | $5,280 +1.3% | $488,400 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $5,211 +2.6% | $459,900 +6.8% |
| 2017 | $5,080 -0.9% | $430,500 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $5,126 +5.7% | $415,700 +11.1% |
| 2015 | $4,850 +5.3% | $374,200 +7.8% |
| 2014 | $4,608 +1% | $347,000 -0.9% |
| 2013 | $4,563 +2.1% | $350,200 |
| 2012 | $4,469 +2.4% | $350,200 |
| 2011 | $4,363 +1.3% | $350,200 -1.9% |
| 2010 | $4,309 +2.4% | $357,000 -3.7% |
| 2009 | $4,210 +4.2% | $370,600 -4.3% |
| 2008 | $4,041 +4.1% | $387,400 -1.8% |
| 2007 | $3,880 +2.7% | $394,700 +0.6% |
| 2006 | $3,779 +3.8% | $392,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,640 +7.4% | $373,700 +27.1% |
| 2004 | $3,388 +3.4% | $294,100 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,276 +2.7% | $267,400 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,191 +7.2% | $245,300 +15.6% |
| 2000 | $2,977 +17.6% | $212,200 +31.7% |
| 1999 | $2,532 | $161,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Mount Hood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Winthrop
- Middle: Melrose Middle
- High: Melrose Hs
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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