Welcome to Cedar Crossing, a beautifully maintained condominium community built in 2013 and perfectly positioned for effortless Melrose living. Located just beyond vibrant downtown Melrose and moments from the Cedar Park Commuter Rail, this stylish first-floor one bedroom residence offers the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and modern design. Sunlit spaces, beautiful wood floors, and an open floor plan create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area where a cozy gas fireplace adds character and charm, creating an ideal setting for both entertaining and everyday living. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, generous storage, central air, and easy one-level living within a professionally managed building. One deeded parking space adds to the ease. Enjoy nearby restaurants, coffee shops, parks, boutique shopping, and commuter access just outside your door. Easy living in a prime Melrose location.
Sold for $515,000
$515,000
185 Essex St #1A, Melrose, MA 02176
1beds
1,059sqft
Condominium
Built in 2013
-- sqft lot
$513,300 Zestimate®
$486/sqft
$2,882 Estimated rent
Home value
$513,300
$483,000 - $549,000
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Cozy gas fireplaceCentral airIn-unit laundrySunlit spacesEasy one-level livingBeautiful wood floorsOpen floor plan
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Listed by:
Kim Izzi 617-763-4034,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100
Bought with:
Donahue + Greene Group
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73528986
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity
- Level: First
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Stainless Steel Appliances, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 20 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,059
- Total interior livable area: 1,059 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,059
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Street)
Details
- Parcel number: M:0C8 P:010+1A,4899394
- Zoning: BB1
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 2013
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Security: Intercom, Other
HOA
- Amenities included: Elevator(s)
- Services included: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
- HOA fee: $353 monthly
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $486/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $516,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,919
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Exclusions: See Info Pack.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Sold | $515,000+3%$486/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73528986 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Pending sale | $499,900$472/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73528986 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Contingent | $499,900$472/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73528986 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900+51.5%$472/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73528986 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2013 | Sold | $329,900$312/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,242 -4.1% | $529,500 -3.8% |
| 2024 | $5,466 -2% | $550,500 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $5,577 +10.8% | $535,200 +12.4% |
| 2022 | $5,032 -3.7% | $476,100 -0.2% |
| 2021 | $5,223 -0.9% | $477,000 |
| 2020 | $5,271 +8.9% | $477,000 +6.5% |
| 2019 | $4,840 +12.5% | $447,700 +17.8% |
| 2018 | $4,304 +2.5% | $379,900 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $4,200 +8.8% | $355,900 +13.7% |
| 2016 | $3,861 -4.9% | $313,100 |
| 2015 | $4,058 +2.8% | $313,100 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $3,949 | $297,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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Estimated market value
$513,300
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Melrose
- 02176
- Downtown
- 185 Essex St Unit 1A
