Welcome to 24 Brown Street, where charm, updates, and unbeatable location come together in the heart of Melrose. Nestled in a picturesque neighborhood just minutes from vibrant downtown, this classic colonial offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, and coffee spots—plus the convenience of the commuter rail station less than half a mile away and Oak Grove (Orange Line) just over a mile down the road. Inside, this home blends original character with thoughtful updates including a half bath on the first floor, updated kitchen with new cabinets, appliances, and backsplash, and fresh paint throughout—inside and out. The layout offers flexible living spaces, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Recent updates include: kitchen cabinets & appliances (2022), high efficiency condensing boiler & hot water heater (2024), 50 amp EV charging (2025), washing machine (2023), interior/exterior paint deleading (2025).
Sold for $926,000
$926,000
24 Brown St, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,698 Square Feet Lot
$922,800 Zestimate®
$609/sqft
$3,522 Estimated rent
Home value
$922,800
$849,000 - $997,000
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Listed by:
Matthew Bixby 781-454-7041,
Flow Realty, Inc. 888-750-3569
Bought with:
Amy Weitzman
Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73393467
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,520
- Total interior livable area: 1,520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,520
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,698 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Easements
Details
- Parcel number: M:0C5 P:0000134,653717
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2025 | Sold | $926,000+15.9%$609/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Contingent | $799,000$526/sqft |
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| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000+8.7%$526/sqft |
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| 6/8/2022 | Sold | $735,000+17.6%$484/sqft |
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| 5/11/2022 | Contingent | $625,000$411/sqft |
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| 5/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $625,000$411/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,170 +2.4% | $724,200 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $7,001 -0.5% | $705,000 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $7,034 +6% | $675,000 +7.5% |
| 2022 | $6,636 +2.6% | $627,800 +6.2% |
| 2021 | $6,470 -0.9% | $590,900 |
| 2020 | $6,529 +13.2% | $590,900 +10.8% |
| 2019 | $5,766 +3.8% | $533,400 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $5,555 +4.7% | $490,300 +9% |
| 2017 | $5,306 +1.9% | $449,700 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $5,207 +0.5% | $422,300 +5.7% |
| 2015 | $5,179 +4% | $399,600 +6.6% |
| 2014 | $4,980 +1.9% | $375,000 |
| 2013 | $4,886 +4.3% | $375,000 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $4,683 +2.4% | $367,000 |
| 2011 | $4,573 +2.9% | $367,000 -0.3% |
| 2010 | $4,443 +2.8% | $368,100 -3.2% |
| 2009 | $4,321 +2.9% | $380,400 -5.5% |
| 2008 | $4,199 +4.1% | $402,600 -1.9% |
| 2007 | $4,035 +1.3% | $410,500 -0.7% |
| 2006 | $3,982 +3.8% | $413,500 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $3,838 +9.2% | $394,000 +29.1% |
| 2004 | $3,515 +3.4% | $305,100 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,398 +2.6% | $277,400 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,311 +7.3% | $254,500 +15.7% |
| 2000 | $3,085 +10.5% | $219,900 +23.7% |
| 1999 | $2,793 | $177,700 |
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Neighborhood: Oak Grove/Pine Banks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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