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  • $689,000

    27 Stearns Ave, Medford, MA 02155

    2beds
    1,190sqft
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    $4,450/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1926
    3,520 Square Feet Lot
    $672,300 Zestimate®
    $579/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Newer roofTwo-car drivewayFull basement
    Stop renting and start imagining life with a backyard of your own! An exciting entry point into the Medford market, this sun-filled single-family offers great bones, a wonderful floor plan, and the opportunity to build equity while making it your own. A fireplace adds character to the living room, and the dining room features a lovely built-in cabinet. The four-season porch provides flexible space for relaxing, working, or enjoying your morning coffee. The kitchen features gas cooking and a pantry, with a half bath and laundry conveniently located on the first floor. Upstairs, a spacious full bathroom complements the bedrooms. A full basement, newer roof, and two-car driveway round out the package. Close to Tufts University, Main Street shops and restaurants, and neighborhood favorites Bob’s Italian Foods and Semolina Kitchen & Bar. Commuters will appreciate the Medford/Tufts Green Line station approximately half a mile away and the Route 101 bus at the Main Street end of Stearns Avenue, connecting to Sullivan Square’s Orange Line. Downtown Boston is approximately 15 minutes away by car, traffic permitting. Bring your vision and make this diamond in the rough shine!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kiernan Middleman 617-651-0436,

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential 617-848-9616

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73593626

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 130
      • Dimensions: 10 x 13
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
      • Area: 126
      • Dimensions: 14 x 9
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 42
      • Dimensions: 7 x 6
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
      • Level: First
      • Area: 56
      • Dimensions: 8 x 7
      Dining room
      • Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Area: 144
      • Dimensions: 12 x 12
      Kitchen
      • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry
      • Level: First
      • Area: 165
      • Dimensions: 11 x 15
      Living room
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
      • Level: First
      • Area: 187
      • Dimensions: 17 x 11
      Heating
      • Hot Water
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s), None
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Sun Room
      • Basement: Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,190
      • Total interior livable area: 1,190 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,190

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
      • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed
      Lot
      • Size: 3,520 Square Feet
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 642732
      • Zoning: SF2

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Block
      Condition
      • Year built: 1926

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Medford

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $579/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $619,500
      • Annual tax amount: $5,436
      • Date on market: 10/21/2026

        Estimated market value

        $672,300

        $639,000 - $706,000

        $3,431/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/21/2026Listed for sale$689,000+6.2%$579/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73593626 Report a problem
        8/29/2026Listing removed$649,000$545/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73548745 Report a problem
        8/1/2026Pending sale$649,000$545/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73548745 Report a problem
        7/18/2026Contingent$649,000$545/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73548745 Report a problem
        7/13/2026Listed for sale$649,000+389.8%$545/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73548745 Report a problem
        6/30/1997Sold$132,500$111/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,748 $557,300
        2024$4,748 +3.9%$557,300 +5.5%
        2023$4,569 +7.1%$528,200 +11.6%
        2022$4,265 +0.5%$473,400 +5%
        2021$4,242 +1.7%$450,800 -0.8%
        2020$4,173 +3.9%$454,600 +8.7%
        2019$4,015 +6%$418,200 +13.1%
        2018$3,788 +5.3%$369,900 +8.6%
        2017$3,598 +11.2%$340,700 +17.8%
        2016$3,237 +2.8%$289,300 +7.5%
        2015$3,150 +2.8%$269,200 +7.7%
        2014$3,063 +3%$250,000 +3.9%
        2013$2,974 +1.2%$240,600 -1.6%
        2012$2,940 +1.8%$244,400 -1.8%
        2011$2,889 +5.7%$248,800
        2010$2,732 -2.4%$248,800 -10.4%
        2009$2,798 +1.9%$277,600 -7.8%
        2008$2,747 +0.3%$301,200 -2.2%
        2007$2,739 +2.3%$308,100 +4.8%
        2006$2,678 +7.4%$294,000 +11.2%
        2005$2,494 +3.1%$264,500 +3.7%
        2004$2,418 +7.1%$255,100 +50.1%
        2003$2,258 +5.9%$170,000 +2.5%
        2002$2,132 +8.5%$165,900 +34.4%
        2000$1,965 +2.8%$123,400
        1999$1,911 $123,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 02155

        Getting around

        86 / 100
        Very Walkable
        74 / 100
        Excellent Transit

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