LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION Beautifully maintained 5B 2.5B Cape nestled in one of Melrose’s most desirable neighborhoods. This spacious home features hardwood floors, a fireplaced living room, formal dining room, and a bright sunroom overlooking the private backyard and brick patio. Central AC and an attached 1car garage provide year-round comfort and convenience. The finished lower level offers flexible space ideal for a family room, home office, gym, or even a bedroom, along with a half bath and laundry area. Recent updates include a renovated lower level, fresh interior paint throughout, and an updated second-floor bath vanity. Generously sized rooms and baths on every level make everyday living easy. Just steps to Hoover School and approximately a 12-minute walk to public transportation with direct access to the Orange Line. Enjoy a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood close to shopping, dining, and everything Melrose has to offer. Move right in and make this wonderful home your own!
Under contract
$899,000
17 Echo St, Melrose, MA 02176
5beds
2,367sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
5,798 Square Feet Lot
$1,197,400 Zestimate®
$380/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Central acLaundry areaBrick patioPrivate backyardFormal dining roomHardwood floors
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Listed by:
David SY Li 617-480-6856,
Phoenix Real Estate Partners, LLC 617-335-2372
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73540039
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7 x 6
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 8 x 9
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
- Level: Basement
- Area: 25
- Dimensions: 5 x 5
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 8 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Heating
- Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Lighting - Overhead, Sun Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,367
- Total interior livable area: 2,367 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,797
- Finished area below ground: 570
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 5,798 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0F5 P:0000011,656453
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $380/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $752,800
- Annual tax amount: $7,453
- Date on market: 6/23/2026
- Exclusions: Freezer In Basement
Estimated market value
$1,197,400
$1.08M - $1.35M
$4,328/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/4/2026 | Contingent | $899,000$380/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73540039 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,000+14.1%$380/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73540039 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2023 | Sold | $788,000-1.5%$333/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73153352 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2023 | Contingent | $799,900$338/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73153352 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $799,900$338/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73153352 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,453 +2.8% | $752,800 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $7,252 +1.3% | $730,300 +6.3% |
| 2023 | $7,159 +6.4% | $687,000 +7.9% |
| 2022 | $6,729 +3.5% | $636,600 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $6,503 -0.9% | $593,900 |
| 2020 | $6,563 +10.9% | $593,900 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $5,916 +6.6% | $547,300 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $5,552 +4.5% | $490,000 +8.8% |
| 2017 | $5,315 +0.4% | $450,400 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $5,292 -1.7% | $429,200 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $5,386 +4.4% | $415,600 +7% |
| 2014 | $5,157 +1.9% | $388,300 |
| 2013 | $5,060 +3.4% | $388,300 +1.3% |
| 2012 | $4,892 +2.4% | $383,400 |
| 2011 | $4,777 +1.9% | $383,400 -1.3% |
| 2010 | $4,689 +2.6% | $388,500 -3.4% |
| 2009 | $4,568 +2.7% | $402,100 -5.7% |
| 2008 | $4,449 +5% | $426,600 -1% |
| 2007 | $4,236 -2.6% | $430,900 -4.6% |
| 2006 | $4,348 +3.8% | $451,500 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,188 +5.6% | $430,000 +24.9% |
| 2004 | $3,966 +3.4% | $344,300 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,834 +2.7% | $313,000 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,735 +4% | $287,100 +12.1% |
| 2000 | $3,592 +12.6% | $256,000 +26.1% |
| 1999 | $3,191 | $203,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hoover School
- Middle: Melrose Middle School
- High: Melrose High School
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