Pending

$874,900

26 Garden St, Melrose, MA 02176

3beds

1,822sqft

$5,498/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

6,926 Square Feet Lot

$918,100 Zestimate^®

$480/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Perfectly situated on a corner lot in one of Melrose's most desirable neighborhoods w/ easy access to commuter rail, schools, shopping, and restaurants, this classic center-entrance Colonial offers timeless charm in an unbeatable location! The spacious front-to-back living room features a cozy fireplace and opens to a screened porch-perfect for relaxing on warm summer evenings. A bright, functional kitchen flows into a sunny dining room, creating an inviting space for everyday living & entertaining. Upstairs is a generous main bedroom w/ 2 closets, & 2 addt'l bedrooms (1 w/ a walk in closet!) while a walk-up attic provides great storage. The finished lower level offers a cozy family rm, ideal for movie nights, a playroom, or a home office. Outside, mature plantings, a privacy hedge,& a detached garage complete the property. Fresh neutral paint, beautifully refinished hardwood floors throughout, new LVP flooring & new carpeting in the basement make this well-loved home move-in ready!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 242
Dimensions: 22 x 11

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 110
Dimensions: 11 x 10

Bathroom 1

Level: First
Area: 10
Dimensions: 5 x 2

Bathroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 24
Dimensions: 6 x 4

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Family room

Level: Basement
Area: 156
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 99
Dimensions: 11 x 9

Living room

Level: First
Area: 242
Dimensions: 22 x 11

Heating

Steam, Oil

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Sun Room, Walk-up Attic
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,822
Total interior livable area: 1,822 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,477
Finished area below ground: 345

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System

Lot

Size: 6,926 Square Feet
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Parcel number: M:B12 P:0000077,658487
Zoning: URA

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial,Garrison,Shingle
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Electric Range

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Public School
Subdivision: Melrose Highlands

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Melrose

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $480/sqft
Tax assessed value: $809,300
Annual tax amount: $9,282
Date on market: 7/15/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$918,100

$872,000 - $973,000

$3,485/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/3/2026	Pending sale	$874,900$480/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550420 Report a problem
7/22/2026	Contingent	$874,900$480/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550420 Report a problem
7/15/2026	Listed for sale	$874,900$480/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73550420 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,660 +1.5%	$773,700 +1.8%
2024	$7,546 +0.5%	$759,900 +5.5%
2023	$7,509 +6.1%	$720,600 +7.6%
2022	$7,079 +3%	$669,700 +6.7%
2021	$6,873 -0.9%	$627,700 0%
2020	$6,937 +13.1%	$627,800 +10.7%
2019	$6,133 +4.3%	$567,300 +9.3%
2018	$5,881 +3.3%	$519,100 +7.6%
2017	$5,692 -1.9%	$482,400 +2.5%
2016	$5,801 +3.9%	$470,500 +9.2%
2015	$5,582 +4.3%	$430,700 +6.8%
2014	$5,353 +1.9%	$403,100
2013	$5,252 +4.4%	$403,100 +2.3%
2012	$5,029 +2.4%	$394,100
2011	$4,910 +3.5%	$394,100 +0.2%
2010	$4,746 +2.6%	$393,200 -3.4%
2009	$4,624 +2.7%	$407,000 -5.7%
2008	$4,504 +5.7%	$431,800 -0.4%
2007	$4,262 +1.4%	$433,600 -0.6%
2006	$4,202 +3.8%	$436,300 +4.9%
2005	$4,050 +1.4%	$415,800 +19.9%
2004	$3,994 +3.4%	$346,700 +10%
2003	$3,861 +2.6%	$315,200 +9%
2002	$3,764 +9.5%	$289,300 +18%
2000	$3,439 +3.9%	$245,100 +16.4%
1999	$3,309	$210,500