For sale

$499,000

18 Melvin Ave, Lynn, MA 01902

2beds

941sqft

$3,356/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

3,986 Square Feet Lot

$497,500 Zestimate^®

$530/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Detached two-car garageAmple off-street parkingFenced yard

Welcome to 18 Melvin Ave, a charming home ideally situated near the Swampscott line with convenient access to the coast, commuter rail, shopping, schools, and everyday amenities. This 2-bedroom home offers a comfortable and functional layout featuring a welcoming living room, kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and additional flexible space ideal for a home office. Outside, enjoy a fenced yard, deck, ample off-street parking, and the added convenience of a detached two-car garage. With public transportation nearby and easy access to surrounding communities, this home offers a great combination of location, convenience, and potential. Don’t miss your opportunity to make 18 Melvin Ave your new home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas, Pellet Stove

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
Basement: Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 941
Total interior livable area: 941 sqft
Finished area above ground: 941

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Waterfront features: Ocean, 1 to 2 Mile To Beach

Lot

Size: 3,986 Square Feet
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: M:0105 B:0422 L:0055,1997619
Zoning: R1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Other (See Remarks)
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
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, Public School

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Lynn

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $530/sqft
Tax assessed value: $492,800
Annual tax amount: $5,076
Date on market: 9/25/2026

Estimated market value

$497,500

$473,000 - $522,000

$2,589/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/9/2026	Listed for sale	$499,000+33.1%$530/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73574072 Report a problem
8/5/2021	Sold	$375,000+5.7%$399/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/28/2021	Pending sale	$354,900$377/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72841656 Report a problem
6/22/2021	Listed for sale	$354,900$377/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72841656 Report a problem
6/9/2021	Pending sale	$354,900$377/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72841656 Report a problem
6/2/2021	Listed for sale	$354,900+57.8%$377/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #72841656 Report a problem
8/7/2006	Sold	$224,845$239/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,792 +4.2%	$462,500 +5.9%
2024	$4,597 +2%	$436,600 +8.1%
2023	$4,505	$404,000
2022	$4,505 +11.4%	$404,000 +30.2%
2021	$4,045 +2.8%	$310,400 +5.8%
2020	$3,933 -0.3%	$293,500 +6.4%
2019	$3,945 +0.2%	$275,900 +6.2%
2018	$3,937 +8%	$259,900 +11.2%
2017	$3,646 -0.9%	$233,700 +2.8%
2016	$3,678 +3.2%	$227,300 +6.8%
2015	$3,564 +6.1%	$212,800 +8.5%
2014	$3,359 +3.3%	$196,100 +2.1%
2013	$3,252 -1.4%	$192,100 -5.1%
2012	$3,297 -2.3%	$202,500 -2.7%
2011	$3,375 +5.5%	$208,100 +1.1%
2010	$3,198 +9.9%	$205,900 -9.8%
2009	$2,909 +0.6%	$228,300 -13.4%
2008	$2,893 +7.5%	$263,500 +1.8%
2007	$2,692 +10%	$258,800 +5.1%
2006	$2,447 +3.4%	$246,200 +5.9%
2005	$2,366 +0.4%	$232,400 +12.8%
2004	$2,356 +7%	$206,100 +23.6%
2003	$2,202 +22.1%	$166,700 +52.1%
2001	$1,804 +14.7%	$109,600 +23.6%
1999	$1,573 +21.7%	$88,700 +15%
1995	$1,292	$77,100