NEW PRICE - SELLER READY TO MOVE! Melrose is a short commute from Boston, and offers vibrant local shops and restaurants, excellent schools, and easy access to the commuter rail, major highways and Logan Airport. This deceptively spacious home located in the desirable Bellevue Country Club area on 1/3 acre and private cul-de-sac offers a rare combination of privacy & convenience. Enjoy the ease of hosting in style in the open-concept, main living area, featuring fireplace and direct access to treetop deck overlooking wooded grounds. The lower-level, sun-filled guest suite w/ separate entrance, bedroom, living room, full bath, wet bar offers privacy and independence for in-laws, au pair, or guests. With10 versatile rooms (ideal for multigenerational living, growing households), a versatile layout, plus bonus spaces (5th bedroom, enclosed sun porch, and office for remote work), this home offers tremendous flexibility for your evolving needs. A must see! Schedule your private tour today
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
3 Russett Ln, Melrose, MA 02176
5beds
3,383sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.37 Acres Lot
$1,272,000 Zestimate®
$369/sqft
$5,165 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,272,000
$1.17M - $1.37M
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Bonus spacesOffice for remote workLower-level sun-filled guest suitePrivate cul-de-sacEnclosed sun porchVersatile layoutWet bar
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Listed by:
Diane Reynolds 978-210-9697,
Century 21 North East 978-774-2770
Bought with:
Steve Smith
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73382350
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Level: Basement
- Area: 396
- Dimensions: 22 x 18
Bedroom 5
- Features: Closet, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 7 x 10
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Double Vanity, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 377
- Dimensions: 29 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 266
- Dimensions: 19 x 14
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 27 x 12
Office
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate
- Level: Basement
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, In Basement
Features
- Closet, Wet bar, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double, Bathroom - Half, Entrance Foyer, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Bathroom, Entry Hall, Office
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,383
- Total interior livable area: 3,383 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,383
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Screens, Fenced Yard, Fruit Trees
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 661043
- Zoning: SRB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Eastside/Bellevue CC
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $369/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $988,800
- Annual tax amount: $9,789
- Date on market: 12/2/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Form Under Paperclip
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Sold | $1,250,000$369/sqft |
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| 7/26/2025 | Contingent | $1,250,000$369/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $1,250,000-10.7%$369/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Price change | $1,399,000-5.2%$414/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,475,000+137.9%$436/sqft |
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| 6/17/2011 | Sold | $620,000-3.7%$183/sqft |
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| 3/25/2011 | Price change | $644,000-2.3%$190/sqft |
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| 1/29/2011 | Price change | $659,000-5.7%$195/sqft |
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| 9/18/2010 | Price change | $699,000-6.8%$207/sqft |
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| 5/1/2010 | Listed for sale | $749,900$222/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,789 -0.3% | $988,800 |
| 2024 | $9,819 +3.7% | $988,800 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $9,472 +0.2% | $909,000 +1.7% |
| 2022 | $9,450 +1.3% | $894,000 +5% |
| 2021 | $9,326 -0.9% | $851,700 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $9,406 +8.7% | $851,200 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $8,650 +2.1% | $800,200 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $8,468 +4% | $747,400 +8.3% |
| 2017 | $8,146 -5.2% | $690,300 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $8,592 +2.6% | $696,800 +7.9% |
| 2015 | $8,372 -1.3% | $646,000 +1.2% |
| 2014 | $8,479 +5.3% | $638,500 +3.3% |
| 2013 | $8,053 +6.4% | $618,000 +4.2% |
| 2012 | $7,571 +2.4% | $593,300 |
| 2011 | $7,393 +12.4% | $593,300 +8.8% |
| 2010 | $6,579 +6.3% | $545,100 |
| 2009 | $6,192 +3.2% | $545,100 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $5,998 -5.6% | $575,100 -11% |
| 2007 | $6,353 +8.1% | $646,300 +5.9% |
| 2006 | $5,878 +3.8% | $610,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $5,663 +1.2% | $581,400 +19.7% |
| 2004 | $5,596 +3.5% | $485,800 +10% |
| 2003 | $5,408 +2.6% | $441,500 +9% |
| 2002 | $5,272 +6.8% | $405,200 +15.1% |
| 2000 | $4,937 +10.3% | $351,900 +23.6% |
| 1999 | $4,477 | $284,800 |
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Neighborhood: East Side
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