On a gracious rise along Melrose’s East Side stands one of the city’s defining Colonial Revival residences, a home of uncommon pedigree and enduring architectural distinction.This estate announces itself in measured flourishes—Corinthian columns, dentil and deeply carved crown moldings, a portico approached with quiet ceremony—before yielding to an interior that feels both composed and alive. A bridal staircase arcs upward with theatrical ease; woodwork gleams; a dining room mural lingers like a remembered season. Across more than fifteen rooms and six-plus bedrooms, the proportions invite not only admiration but use: rooms for gathering, for retreat, for the gentle rituals of daily life. Beyond, the grounds unfold as a private resort— heated pool, pergola, and a sweep of green—watched over by a porch off the library. With central air, a three-car garage, and proximity to downtown Melrose, it is a house of consequence, ready to be lived in fully.
Sold for $1,550,000
$1,550,000
228 Upham St, Melrose, MA 02176
7beds
6,639sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
0.54 Acres Lot
$1,581,700 Zestimate®
$233/sqft
$7,852 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.42M - $1.80M
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Heated poolCentral airThree-car garageCorinthian columnsPorch off the libraryDining room muralSix-plus bedrooms
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Listed by:
The Bill Butler Group 617-771-9376,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100
Bought with:
Highland Group
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73492557
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 25 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Bedroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Fireplace, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Balcony / Deck, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Wainscoting
- Level: First
- Area: 375
- Dimensions: 25 x 15
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cable Hookup
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Wainscoting, Cedar Closet(s), Breakfast Bar / Nook, Closet, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Library, Game Room, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Bedroom, Bathroom
- Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Other, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Bay/Bow/Box
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,639
- Total interior livable area: 6,639 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,639
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 11
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony / Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Balcony, Pool - Inground Heated, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Pool - Inground Heated
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 655993
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial Revival
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Slate,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access
- Subdivision: East Side
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $233/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,870,700
- Annual tax amount: $18,520
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Sold | $1,550,000-3.1%$233/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$241/sqft |
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| 7/24/2026 | Contingent | $1,599,000$241/sqft |
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| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $1,599,000-15.8%$241/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $1,899,000-9.5%$286/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73492557 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $2,099,000-3.5%$316/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $2,174,900-1.1%$328/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,199,000+46.6%$331/sqft |
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| 11/9/2016 | Sold | $1,500,000+1%$226/sqft |
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| 9/23/2016 | Pending sale | $1,485,000$224/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #72058797 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,485,000+6.1%$224/sqft |
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| 7/2/2012 | Listing removed | $1,399,000$211/sqft |
Source: Warren Residential Group, LLC #71309698 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2012 | Price change | $1,399,000-6.7%$211/sqft |
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| 11/10/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000+53.4%$226/sqft |
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| 10/30/2003 | Sold | $977,000+105.7%$147/sqft |
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| 6/3/1995 | Sold | $475,000$72/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,520 +3.6% | $1,870,700 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $17,878 -3.2% | $1,800,400 +1.6% |
| 2023 | $18,474 -0.1% | $1,772,900 +1.3% |
| 2022 | $18,496 +3% | $1,749,900 +6.7% |
| 2021 | $17,959 +1.9% | $1,640,100 +2.8% |
| 2020 | $17,632 +13.5% | $1,595,700 +11.1% |
| 2019 | $15,530 -2.6% | $1,436,600 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $15,938 +9.8% | $1,406,700 +14.3% |
| 2017 | $14,519 -0.9% | $1,230,400 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $14,646 +9.4% | $1,187,800 +15% |
| 2015 | $13,389 +0.4% | $1,033,100 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $13,341 +4.8% | $1,004,600 +2.8% |
| 2013 | $12,736 +9.6% | $977,400 +7.3% |
| 2012 | $11,619 +2.4% | $910,600 |
| 2011 | $11,346 +0.5% | $910,600 -2.6% |
| 2010 | $11,289 +4.7% | $935,300 -1.5% |
| 2009 | $10,786 +7.3% | $949,500 -1.5% |
| 2008 | $10,052 +3.6% | $963,800 -2.3% |
| 2007 | $9,700 +2.1% | $986,800 |
| 2006 | $9,503 +3.8% | $986,800 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $9,159 +1.9% | $940,400 +20.5% |
| 2004 | $8,989 +3.4% | $780,300 +10% |
| 2003 | $8,691 +2.6% | $709,500 +9% |
| 2002 | $8,467 +4.6% | $650,800 +12.8% |
| 2000 | $8,094 -12.9% | $576,900 -2.4% |
| 1999 | $9,289 | $590,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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