Single-Family Home in the Coveted Hillside Ave Historic District – A Diamond in the Rough! While it may need some sprucing up, some care will make her shine once again! Lovingly owned by the same family for over fifty years. 5 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and 3 levels of versatile living space. Spacious kitchen features two pantries, while the formal dining room showcases a rare coal-burning fireplace. Large primary bedroom features his-and-hers closets, and the third floor offers potential for adding another full bath. A full walk-out basement with 7.5-foot ceilings and a half bath creates exciting expansion opportunities. Highlights include 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, charming archways, beautiful woodwork, landscaped grounds, and off-street parking. Electric panel upgrade 2025, Roof 2021 & Heat 2014. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and major commuter routes. A rare chance to own in one of the area’s most sought-after districts.
Sold for $810,000
$810,000
20 Hillside Ave, Medford, MA 02155
5beds
2,113sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
3,413 Square Feet Lot
$816,400 Zestimate®
$383/sqft
$4,155 Estimated rent
Home value
$816,400
$751,000 - $882,000
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Listed by:
Jody Fricia Geany 781-526-5862,
Citylight Homes LLC 978-977-0050
Bought with:
JigSaw Team
Citylight Homes LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73428594
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 193.33
- Dimensions: 16 x 12.08
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 151.08
- Dimensions: 12.33 x 12.25
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 142.99
- Dimensions: 11.83 x 12.08
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 211.42
- Dimensions: 14.75 x 14.33
Bedroom 5
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 204.11
- Dimensions: 13.92 x 14.67
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 60.67
- Dimensions: 7 x 8.67
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: Basement
- Area: 34.74
- Dimensions: 5.08 x 6.83
Dining room
- Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 191.17
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 12.33
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
- Level: First
- Area: 279.51
- Dimensions: 19.17 x 14.58
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 184.4
- Dimensions: 11.83 x 15.58
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,113
- Total interior livable area: 2,113 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,113
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Screens
Lot
- Size: 3,413 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 637762
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Medford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $383/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $817,300
- Annual tax amount: $6,963
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $810,000+8%$383/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73428594 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000$355/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73428594 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,963 | $817,300 |
| 2024 | $6,963 +3.7% | $817,300 +5.3% |
| 2023 | $6,716 +7.5% | $776,400 +12% |
| 2022 | $6,246 +0.6% | $693,200 +5% |
| 2021 | $6,210 +1.5% | $659,900 -1% |
| 2020 | $6,119 +3.8% | $666,600 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $5,897 +6.8% | $614,300 +13.9% |
| 2018 | $5,523 +4% | $539,400 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $5,310 +8.6% | $502,800 +15.1% |
| 2016 | $4,889 +2.7% | $436,900 +7.4% |
| 2015 | $4,761 +3.8% | $406,900 +8.7% |
| 2014 | $4,585 +6.3% | $374,300 +7.2% |
| 2013 | $4,315 +1.8% | $349,100 -0.9% |
| 2012 | $4,237 +3.6% | $352,200 0% |
| 2011 | $4,090 +5.7% | $352,300 |
| 2010 | $3,868 +4.3% | $352,300 -4.3% |
| 2009 | $3,710 +3.4% | $368,100 -6.5% |
| 2008 | $3,589 +2.6% | $393,500 |
| 2007 | $3,498 +4.8% | $393,500 +7.4% |
| 2006 | $3,337 +4% | $366,300 +7.7% |
| 2005 | $3,208 +0.3% | $340,200 +0.8% |
| 2004 | $3,199 +4.3% | $337,400 +46.1% |
| 2003 | $3,068 +5.8% | $231,000 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $2,899 +10.5% | $225,600 +36.9% |
| 2000 | $2,624 +2.8% | $164,800 |
| 1999 | $2,553 | $164,800 |
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Neighborhood: 02155
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- 7/10Brooks SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
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