Located in the desirable Melrose Highlands, this thoughtfully updated, 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm, functionality, and walkable convenience. The sun-filled eat-in kitchen, featuring a large island, gas cooktop, and abundant storage, is ideal for the serious home chef. The sliding door off the dining room opens to a composite deck, perennial gardens, and fenced backyard that is perfect for outdoor dining and play. A stunning new bath showcases a custom vanity, linen tower, and Carrera marble tiled shower with glass enclosure. Three generous bedrooms with ample closets finish the second floor. The walk-up third floor is a flexible space for a fourth bedroom, home office, gym, or a future master suite. Front and back porches, side-by-side parking, ample attic and basement storage, top-rated schools, nearby playgrounds, cafés, yoga, restaurants, and a 7-minute walk to the commuter rail complete this exceptional home.
Pending
$825,000
3 Franklin Ter, Melrose, MA 02176
4beds
1,510sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
3,963 Square Feet Lot
$909,100 Zestimate®
$546/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stunning new bathComposite deckFront and back porchesSun-filled eat-in kitchenCustom vanityLarge islandPerennial gardens
- 32 days |
- 930 |
- 77 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Ballew 781-775-8106,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Andovers/Readings Regional 978-475-2201
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73524010
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Attic Access, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
- Level: Third
- Area: 228
- Dimensions: 19 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 40
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
- Level: Second
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Slider, Lighting - Pendant, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 162.5
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 13
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Oil, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Foyer, Walk-up Attic, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile, Marble, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,510
- Total interior livable area: 1,510 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,510
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Garden, Stone Wall
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,963 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 658064
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $546/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $777,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,912
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$909,100
$855,000 - $973,000
$4,083/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Pending sale | $825,000$546/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524010 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Contingent | $825,000$546/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524010 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+103.7%$546/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73524010 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2013 | Sold | $405,000-5.4%$268/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2012 | Listing removed | $427,900$283/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sexton & Donohue, Inc. #71415894 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2012 | Listed for sale | $427,900$283/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Sexton & Donohue #71415894 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,332 +4.7% | $740,600 +5% |
| 2024 | $7,002 -0.2% | $705,100 +4.7% |
| 2023 | $7,015 +0% | $673,200 +1.5% |
| 2022 | $7,013 +3.6% | $663,500 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $6,767 +5.9% | $618,000 +6.9% |
| 2020 | $6,387 +10.8% | $578,000 +8.4% |
| 2019 | $5,764 +0.7% | $533,200 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $5,724 +3% | $505,200 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $5,557 +2.8% | $470,900 +7.4% |
| 2016 | $5,404 +4.7% | $438,300 +10% |
| 2015 | $5,163 +4.6% | $398,400 +7.2% |
| 2014 | $4,936 +2.9% | $371,700 +1% |
| 2013 | $4,796 +6.9% | $368,100 +4.7% |
| 2012 | $4,485 +2.4% | $351,500 |
| 2011 | $4,380 +2% | $351,500 -1.2% |
| 2010 | $4,295 +2.4% | $355,800 -3.6% |
| 2009 | $4,193 +5.1% | $369,100 -3.5% |
| 2008 | $3,989 +4.3% | $382,500 -1.6% |
| 2007 | $3,823 +2.1% | $388,900 |
| 2006 | $3,745 +3.8% | $388,900 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,608 +9.8% | $370,400 +29.9% |
| 2004 | $3,286 +3.5% | $285,200 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,176 +2.7% | $259,300 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,094 -0.3% | $237,800 +7.5% |
| 2000 | $3,103 +9% | $221,200 +22.1% |
| 1999 | $2,847 | $181,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Melrose Highlands
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Roosevelt Elementary School
- Middle: Melrose Veterans Memorial Midd
- High: Melrose High School
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