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  • $1,033,800

    159 Howard St, Melrose, MA 02176

    3beds
    1,863sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1930
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $1,033,800 Zestimate®
    $555/sqft
    $4,056 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,033,800

    $982,000 - $1.10M

    $4,056/mo

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    What's special

    Charming inside and out this HORACE MANN Cape Cod style home will charm you the minute you step inside the front door! Graceful archways adorned with wide fluted mouldings frame the entryway to the living room with fireplace and the dining room which includes two custom built corner china cabinets and chair rail mouldings. Adjacent to the living room is a den/home office with skylights and wrapped with windows which provide a great view of the lushly landscaped rear yard with stone patio where there is ample room to play, barbecue or enjoy your vacation at home. The kitchen features, granite countertops and a custom granite bump out that will accommodate seating. The lower level media/family room is large enough to host friends and family for movie or game night. Updates and amenities include CA, updated electric, HW, and irrigation system. Highlands Commuter Rail, bus, shopping, schools and dining are all close by. This jewel will not last so do not delay!

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard, Electric, Oil
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Range / Oven
    Features
    • Cable Available, Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
    • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,863 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Stone, Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 6,098 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: MELRMF12P0000047

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1930

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Melrose

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers
    • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Doors
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
    • Hot Water: Tankless
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
    • Exterior: Wood
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Closet, Lighting - Overhead
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Oil, Hot Water Radiators, Electric Baseboard
    • Interior Features: Cable Available, Walk-Up Attic, Internet Available - Unknown
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Cape
    • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Side Entry
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Kit Dscrp: Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Exterior Access, Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead, Breezeway, Archway
    • Mbr Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Wall To Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Lighting - Overhead
    • Fam Level: Basement
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half
    • Fam Dscrp: Closet, Exterior Access, Flooring - Vinyl
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
    • Basement Feature: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall, Fenced Yard, Storage Shed
    • Foundation: Fieldstone
    • Liv Dscrp: Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Archway, Lighting - Sconce
    • Road Type: Public, Paved, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Level, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Laundry Level: Basement

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/21/2020Sold$745,000+4.2%$400/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/17/2020Listed for sale$715,000$384/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Sexton & Donohue #72693261 Report a problem
    8/31/2018Sold$715,000+17.2%$384/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/18/2018Pending sale$610,000$327/sqft
    Source: CENTURY 21 Sexton & Donohue, Inc. #72361781 Report a problem
    7/13/2018Listed for sale$610,000$327/sqft
    Source: Century 21 Sexton & Donohue #72361781 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$8,123 +2.9%$820,500 +3.2%
    2024$7,895 -0.4%$795,100 +4.5%
    2023$7,930 +5.6%$761,000 +7.2%
    2022$7,506 +7.1%$710,100 +10.9%
    2021$7,009 -0.9%$640,100 0%
    2020$7,074 +14.5%$640,200 +12.1%
    2019$6,176 +4.2%$571,300 +9.2%
    2018$5,929 +3.8%$523,300 +8.1%
    2017$5,714 -1.7%$484,200 +2.7%
    2016$5,815 +3.4%$471,600 +8.6%
    2015$5,626 +4.2%$434,100 +6.7%
    2014$5,401 +1.9%$406,700
    2013$5,299 +4.4%$406,700 +2.2%
    2012$5,076 +2.4%$397,800
    2011$4,957 +6.1%$397,800 +2.8%
    2010$4,671 +2.6%$387,000 -3.4%
    2009$4,552 +1.8%$400,700 -6.5%
    2008$4,471 +7.9%$428,700 +1.7%
    2007$4,145 +2.1%$421,700
    2006$4,061 +3.8%$421,700 +5%
    2005$3,912 +6.9%$401,600 +26.5%
    2004$3,658 +3.5%$317,500 +10%
    2003$3,535 +2.6%$288,600 +9%
    2002$3,445 +11.9%$264,800 +20.6%
    2000$3,080 +15.1%$219,500 +28.9%
    1999$2,677 $170,300

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 02176

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Apply
    • Middle: MMVMMS
    • High: Melrose High

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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