This stately, historic and spacious 19th century colonial, a.k.a. "Frank James Sherman house", is nestled in the heart of one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Melrose. Sitting high above the street, enjoy your afternoons relaxing in the large screened porch watching the neighborhood activity below. The interior features 11 rooms with many special and period-appropriate elements including an exquisite Portugese tiled wood & coal fireplace, beautiful ceiling medallions, rosettes set in the doorway mouldings, 10" baseboards, and gorgeous and uniquely ornate radiators. The 1st floor includes a welcoming foyer w/french doors that lead to the living room, dining room, kitchen, office, 1/2 bath and mudroom. The 2nd level includes 4 bedrooms and a full bath. The private 3rd level features 2 add'l bedrooms. Located 20 min north of Boston, this home is located on the east side of Melrose, close to Bellview CC, Melrose/Wakefield hospital, local schools, and shopping/restaurants.
Sold for $900,000
$900,000
167 Porter St, Melrose, MA 02176
6beds
2,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
7,423 Square Feet Lot
$1,273,600 Zestimate®
$357/sqft
$5,608 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,273,600
$1.12M - $1.45M
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Large screened porchBeautiful ceiling medallionsClose to bellview ccLocal schoolsExquisite portugese tiled wood
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Listed by:
Deborah Higgins 978-335-4403,
Keller Williams Realty 978-475-2111
Bought with:
Andersen Group Realty
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73181494
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Second
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 32
- Dimensions: 8 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Pendant, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Office
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Crown Molding, Decorative Molding, Closet, Entrance Foyer, Office, Mud Room, Bedroom
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Dining Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,520
- Total interior livable area: 2,520 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened
Lot
- Size: 7,423 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:E10 P:0000081,660031
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2/2024 | Sold | $900,000+4.7%$357/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73181494 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2023 | Contingent | $859,900$341/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73181494 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $859,900$341/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73181494 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,248 +0.6% | $833,100 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $8,199 +4.7% | $825,700 +9.9% |
| 2023 | $7,830 +2% | $751,400 +3.4% |
| 2022 | $7,678 -1.7% | $726,400 +1.9% |
| 2021 | $7,808 -0.9% | $713,100 0% |
| 2020 | $7,881 +13.2% | $713,200 +10.8% |
| 2019 | $6,961 +1.1% | $643,900 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $6,886 0% | $607,800 +4.1% |
| 2017 | $6,888 +10.8% | $583,700 +15.8% |
| 2016 | $6,216 -2.7% | $504,100 +2.3% |
| 2015 | $6,388 -1% | $492,900 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $6,454 +5.2% | $486,000 +3.3% |
| 2013 | $6,133 +2.1% | $470,700 |
| 2012 | $6,006 +2.4% | $470,700 |
| 2011 | $5,865 +0.5% | $470,700 -2.6% |
| 2010 | $5,833 +5% | $483,300 -1.2% |
| 2009 | $5,555 +3.3% | $489,000 -5.1% |
| 2008 | $5,375 -0.4% | $515,300 -6.1% |
| 2007 | $5,396 +8.3% | $548,900 +6.1% |
| 2006 | $4,984 +3.8% | $517,500 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,800 +2.3% | $492,800 +21% |
| 2004 | $4,692 +3.4% | $407,300 +10% |
| 2003 | $4,536 +2.6% | $370,300 +9% |
| 2002 | $4,419 +8.9% | $339,700 +17.4% |
| 2000 | $4,059 +7.3% | $289,300 +20.2% |
| 1999 | $3,782 | $240,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Varies
- Middle: Melrose Middle
- High: Melrose High
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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Melrose
- 02176
- East Side
- 167 Porter St
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