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    31 Essex St, Medford, MA 02155

    3beds
    1,774sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1930
    5,118 Square Feet Lot
    $1,125,700 Zestimate®
    $485/sqft
    $4,176 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,125,700

    $1.02M - $1.25M

    $4,176/mo

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    What's special

    Colonial style brick homeLarge kitchenLevel backyardDetached garageBuilt in hutchHardwood floors
    Situated on a quiet tree lined street, this Colonial style brick home offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 full baths, hardwood floors and moldings throughout with period details. First floor invites you into a bright living room with fireplace which leads into dining room with built in hutch which brings you into a large kitchen with plenty of counterspace and cabinets! The family room with fireplace off the kitchen is perfect for additional living area which has a glass slider leading out to the level yard. As you make your way up to the second floor, you'll find 3 generous size bedrooms with an oversized full bathroom. Basement area is ideal for finishing to add additional living space if needed. Level backyard with detached garage rounds out the features of this home. Minutes to Boston, Rt 93 & 95 and steps to the 94, 95, 134 and 326 bus lines. 1/2 mile from Commuter Rail and close to Rt 2. Conveniently located near Tufts & the Fellsway. Walking distance to both Medford Sq and West Medford Sq.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Matthew Pierce 617-680-0613,

    Pierce Properties Real Estate 781-864-1926,

    Michael Pierce 781-864-1926

    Bought with:

    Team Smith

    Flow Realty, Inc.

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73140671

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Gas Stove
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
    • Level: First
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: In Basement
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Full,Concrete,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,774
    • Total interior livable area: 1,774 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Detached, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Uncovered spaces: 3
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Porch, Rain Gutters
    Lot
    • Size: 5,118 Square Feet
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 636168
    • Zoning: R1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1930

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 110 Volts
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Medford

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $485/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $787,500
    • Annual tax amount: $6,812
    • Date on market: 1/16/2026
    • Exclusions: Foyer Chandelier
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/30/2023Sold$860,000+7.5%$485/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73140671 Report a problem
    8/1/2023Contingent$799,900$451/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73140671 Report a problem
    7/26/2023Listed for sale$799,900$451/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73140671 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,082 $831,200
    2024$7,082 +4%$831,200 +5.5%
    2023$6,812 +7.2%$787,500 +11.7%
    2022$6,353 +0.6%$705,100 +5%
    2021$6,317 +1.6%$671,300 -0.9%
    2020$6,217 +3.9%$677,200 +8.6%
    2019$5,985 +6.2%$623,400 +13.3%
    2018$5,634 +4.4%$550,200 +7.7%
    2017$5,396 +3.8%$511,000 +10%
    2016$5,198 +2.2%$464,500 +6.9%
    2015$5,086 +3.4%$434,700 +8.2%
    2014$4,920 +4.9%$401,600 +5.9%
    2013$4,688 +1.8%$379,300 -1%
    2012$4,607 +3.3%$383,000 -0.3%
    2011$4,459 +5.7%$384,100
    2010$4,217 +7.6%$384,100 -1.2%
    2009$3,920 +5%$388,900 -5%
    2008$3,733 +2.6%$409,300
    2007$3,639 +3.1%$409,300 +5.6%
    2006$3,531 +4.6%$387,600 +8.3%
    2005$3,375 +2.7%$357,900 +3.2%
    2004$3,287 +9.4%$346,700 +53.3%
    2003$3,004 +3.3%$226,200
    2002$2,907 +2.9%$226,200 +27.4%
    2000$2,826 +2.8%$177,500
    1999$2,749 $177,500
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 02155

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Brooks
    • Middle: Mcglynn
    • High: Medford High

    Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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