Meet 148 Cherry Street—your new favorite spot in Malden’s vibrant Forestdale neighborhood. This charming side-entrance colonial is bursting with surprises. The family room? Absolutely epic. Vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and giant windows that bring in all the good light—definitely hard to find around here. Updated bathrooms, walk-in closet in the primary bedroom and a sleek eat-in kitchen mean modern comforts meet timeless style. The semi-finished basement adds extra flex for whatever you need—home gym, game room, you name it. Outside, the fenced backyard with a durable composite deck is prime for chill evenings or summer hangouts. Plus, with easy access to Oak Grove T Station, commuting anywhere just got easier. This isn’t just a house—it’s a chance to live in a buzzy, connected community with everything you need - in the 'New Brooklyn', Malden, MA! Sellers prefer a quick closing w/ a rent back if possible.
Sold for $854,000
$854,000
148 Cherry St, Malden, MA 02148
3beds
1,828sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
4,687 Square Feet Lot
$860,900 Zestimate®
$467/sqft
$3,327 Estimated rent
Home value
$860,900
$792,000 - $938,000
$3,327/mo
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Cozy fireplaceDurable composite deckSleek eat-in kitchenSemi-finished basementUpdated bathroomsWalk-in closetGiant windows
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Listed by:
The Bill Butler Group 617-771-9376,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100
Bought with:
The Synergy Group
The Synergy Group
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73392909
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 30
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: First
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 342
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
- Level: First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Bonus Room
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,828
- Total interior livable area: 1,828 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,828
- Finished area below ground: 140
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Storage
Lot
- Size: 4,687 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: M:113 B:807 L:758,599118
- Zoning: ResA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Forestdale
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Malden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $467/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $737,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,351
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2025 | Sold | $854,000+13.9%$467/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73392909 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,900+101.6%$410/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73392909 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2003 | Sold | $372,000+132.5%$204/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/1996 | Sold | $160,000-5.3%$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/1989 | Sold | $169,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,351 +4.9% | $737,700 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $7,960 +3.4% | $680,900 +7.8% |
| 2023 | $7,697 +3.7% | $631,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $7,425 +5.2% | $601,200 +4.7% |
| 2021 | $7,058 +2.1% | $574,300 +5.1% |
| 2020 | $6,912 +9.6% | $546,400 +15% |
| 2019 | $6,307 -0.1% | $475,300 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $6,314 +3% | $448,100 +3.6% |
| 2017 | $6,130 +5.2% | $432,600 +12.5% |
| 2016 | $5,828 +0.4% | $384,400 +4.2% |
| 2015 | $5,803 +6.1% | $368,900 +8.6% |
| 2014 | $5,471 +6% | $339,800 +4.5% |
| 2013 | $5,163 +10.8% | $325,100 |
| 2012 | $4,659 +3.2% | $325,100 -2.2% |
| 2011 | $4,515 +3.4% | $332,500 -5.7% |
| 2010 | $4,367 +18.3% | $352,500 -5.4% |
| 2009 | $3,691 +3.9% | $372,500 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $3,552 +7% | $392,900 -2.4% |
| 2007 | $3,321 +0.5% | $402,500 |
| 2006 | $3,305 +3.9% | $402,500 +9.9% |
| 2005 | $3,182 +20.7% | $366,200 +23.8% |
| 2004 | $2,636 -1.9% | $295,800 +54.8% |
| 2003 | $2,687 +3.9% | $191,100 |
| 2002 | $2,587 +4.6% | $191,100 +34.7% |
| 2000 | $2,473 +3.4% | $141,900 |
| 1999 | $2,391 | $141,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forestdale
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Forestdale SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Malden High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Salemwood SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forestdale
- Middle: Malden
- High: Malden
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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