Nestled in the heart of the vibrant downtown ring, this turn of the century home has enjoyed a makeover-moment with newly painted interiors and updated lighting to complement its existing charm. Boasting an unbeatable location sited a short distance to downtown amenities, including shopping, yoga studios, coffee shops and restaurants, all the convenience of city living with a cozy neighborhood feel. This Colonial exudes the timeless elegance of a bygone era boasting unparalleled craftsmanship and period charm, from the gleaming wood floors, beautiful woodwork and beamed ceilings to the over-sized windows. The kitchen offers functionality with a great footprint to create that dream kitchen. This home will check all those boxes: 3 bedrooms and full bath on the second, great entertaining space plus a study and 1/2 bath on the first plus a fabulous, flat yard offering oodles of possibilities. Nearby the Farmer’s Market, the train at Cedar Park, Fells, and Melrose’s thriving downtown.
Sold for $833,000
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$833,000
173 Florence St, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,407sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.28 Acres Lot
$998,700 Zestimate®
$592/sqft
$3,497 Estimated rent
Home value
$998,700
$909,000 - $1.11M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alison Socha Group 781-704-3921,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100,
Kim Izzi 617-763-4034
Bought with:
Nancy Kramer
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73222925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Attic Access
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Laminate, Breakfast Bar / Nook
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Office
- Features: Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Concrete, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,407
- Total interior livable area: 1,407 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Storage
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: M:0B7 P:0000061,653122
- 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: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $592/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $700,700
- Annual tax amount: $6,958
- Date on market: 1/19/2026
- Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/17/2024 | Sold | $833,000+11.1%$592/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73222925 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $749,900$533/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73222925 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,132 +2.5% | $720,400 +2.8% |
| 2024 | $6,958 +3.9% | $700,700 +9% |
| 2023 | $6,700 -0.2% | $643,000 +1.2% |
| 2022 | $6,716 +3.2% | $635,400 +6.9% |
| 2021 | $6,506 +6.9% | $594,200 +7.9% |
| 2020 | $6,085 +10.9% | $550,700 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $5,487 +1.6% | $507,600 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $5,403 +2.7% | $476,900 +6.9% |
| 2017 | $5,263 +2% | $446,000 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $5,161 +6.3% | $418,600 +11.8% |
| 2015 | $4,854 +5.8% | $374,500 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $4,586 +1.9% | $345,300 |
| 2013 | $4,499 | $345,300 -2.1% |
| 2012 | $4,499 +2.4% | $352,600 |
| 2011 | $4,393 +5.4% | $352,600 +2.1% |
| 2010 | $4,168 +2% | $345,300 -4.1% |
| 2009 | $4,088 +4.3% | $359,900 -4.3% |
| 2008 | $3,921 +4.6% | $375,900 -1.5% |
| 2007 | $3,750 +4.6% | $381,500 +2.4% |
| 2006 | $3,586 +3.8% | $372,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,454 +5.7% | $354,600 +24.9% |
| 2004 | $3,269 +3.4% | $283,800 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,162 +2.7% | $258,100 +9.1% |
| 2002 | $3,078 +7.3% | $236,600 +15.7% |
| 2000 | $2,869 +15.2% | $204,500 +29.1% |
| 1999 | $2,490 | $158,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Wyoming
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Apply
- Middle: Mvmms
- High: Mhs
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
- Wyoming
- 173 Florence St
