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  • $881,500

    162 Sylvan St, Melrose, MA 02176

    3beds
    1,332sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1946
    0.25 Acres Lot
    $881,500 Zestimate®
    $662/sqft
    $3,864 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $881,500

    $829,000 - $943,000

    $3,864/mo

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    What's special

    Classic Cape scale awaits with bonuses all around in a super convenient locale! Enjoy easy access to Oak Grove, Pine Banks, Melrose's bustling downtown and major routes from this home that boasts a privately sited back yard and many updates, including fresh paint throughout. The sellers have crafted spaces allowing a flexible floor plan for formal or casual living and dining, or even a second first flr bedroom. Thoroughly refreshed eat-in kitchen includes new flooring and cabinetry and newly created large pantry that opens off the deck. Light-filled family room, coveted first floor master bedroom with terrific storage plus renovated full bath round out the level. Two bedrooms, both renovated, on the second floor. Lower level hosts a 3/4 bath, office/hobby room, workshop plus bonus and storage space. Private backyard offers a beautiful backdrop for warm weather gatherings and hosts space for relaxation and play. Walk to train, town and recreation/conservation! Simply turn-key.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Other, Oil
    Features
    • Basement: Partially finished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,332 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Other
    Lot
    • Size: 0.25 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: MELRM0D4P0000056

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1946

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Melrose

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
    • Construction: Frame
    • Electric Feature: Circuit Breakers
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate, Other (see Remarks), Vinyl, Concrete
    • Hot Water: Tankless
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Rubber
    • Utility Connections: For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
    • Year Round: Yes
    • Exterior: Vinyl
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Oil
    • Kit Dscrp: Flooring - Vinyl
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Style: Cape
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
    • Mbr Level: First Floor
    • Cooling: Wall Ac
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Recessed Lighting, Skylight, Flooring - Vinyl
    • Fam Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - 3/4
    • Fam Dscrp: Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate
    • Bth2 Level: Basement
    • Insulation Feature: Partial, Mixed
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Laminate
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Vinyl
    • Basement Feature: Full, Partially Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
    • Foundation: Poured Concrete
    • Road Type: Public, Paved, Publicly Maint.
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Liv Dscrp: Recessed Lighting, Flooring - Laminate

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/27/2019Sold$549,900$413/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/15/2019Listed for sale$549,900+266.6%$413/sqft
    Source: Leading Edge Real Estate #72500797 Report a problem
    6/28/1996Sold$150,000$113/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,806 +5.4%$687,500 +5.7%
    2024$6,458 +2%$650,400 +7%
    2023$6,334 +2.2%$607,900 +3.6%
    2022$6,200 +2%$586,600 +5.6%
    2021$6,081 +4.5%$555,300 +5.5%
    2020$5,819 +11%$526,600 +8.6%
    2019$5,244 +7.3%$485,100 +12.5%
    2018$4,885 +3.5%$431,200 +7.9%
    2017$4,718 +5.4%$399,800 +10.1%
    2016$4,478 -1.5%$363,200 +3.6%
    2015$4,545 +2.9%$350,700 +5.4%
    2014$4,418 +1.1%$332,700 -0.8%
    2013$4,372 +2.1%$335,500
    2012$4,281 +2.4%$335,500
    2011$4,180 +3.2%$335,500
    2010$4,049 +4%$335,500 -2.1%
    2009$3,893 +0.5%$342,700 -7.7%
    2008$3,874 +4.5%$371,400 -1.5%
    2007$3,708 +9.6%$377,200 +7.3%
    2006$3,384 +3.8%$351,400 +5%
    2005$3,260 +0.5%$334,700 +18.8%
    2004$3,245 +3.4%$281,700 +10%
    2003$3,137 +2.7%$256,100 +9%
    2002$3,056 +3.1%$234,900 +11.2%
    2000$2,963 +17.6%$211,200 +31.8%
    1999$2,520 $160,300

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Oak Grove/Pine Banks

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Apply
    • Middle: MVMMS
    • High: MHS

    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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