Wake to serene water views from your primary suite in this captivating 1907 Victorian, then settle into the sitting room with coffee and the morning light streaming through those amazing windows. Two minutes away, Bohemian Coffeehouse awaits with the best blueberry muffins this side of Maine. Your commute to Boston? Twenty minutes via the commuter rail, just a block away. The real magic happens when guests arrive. They step into your lush, dreamy gardens and stunning patio—a hidden oasis that feels transported to another world entirely. Suddenly, you're the one hosting the dinner parties everyone talks about. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create warmth throughout. The spa-inspired primary en-suite offers your own restorative retreat. A dedicated home office and bonus exercise room adapt to how you actually live. Solar panels and an EV charger blend seamlessly with timeless character. This refined Victorian doesn't just house a life—it invites you to live it fully.
Sold for $1,600,000
$1,600,000
36 Lake Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
4beds
2,709sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
9,091 Square Feet Lot
$1,529,900 Zestimate®
$591/sqft
$4,919 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,529,900
$1.45M - $1.61M
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Solar panelsTimeless characterBonus exercise roomDedicated home officeSpa-inspired primary en-suiteLush dreamy gardensSoaring ceilings
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kate Cote 781-454-5588,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100
Bought with:
Paul McClory
Flow Realty, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73497398
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 187.59
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 11.1
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 179.8
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.6
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 118.8
- Dimensions: 11 x 10.8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 278.86
- Dimensions: 19.1 x 14.6
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 9.66
- Dimensions: 4.6 x 2.1
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: Second
- Area: 73.73
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.3
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 139.5
- Dimensions: 19.11 x 7.3
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 171.13
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 10.9
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 183.12
- Dimensions: 16.8 x 10.9
Kitchen
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Balcony / Deck, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Wet Bar, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Level: First
- Area: 309.12
- Dimensions: 27.6 x 11.2
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 421.04
- Dimensions: 27.7 x 15.2
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Third
- Area: 66.75
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Home Office, Sitting Room, Exercise Room, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,709
- Total interior livable area: 2,709 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,426
- Finished area below ground: 283
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Pond
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Pond,Water
- Frontage length: 60.00
Lot
- Size: 9,091 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:0C9 P:0000012,654286
- Zoning: URB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $591/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $907,200
- Annual tax amount: $10,405
- Date on market: 9/21/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Sold | $1,600,000+23.2%$591/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497398 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000+239.2%$480/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73497398 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2002 | Sold | $383,000$141/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,855 +5.5% | $894,400 +5.8% |
| 2024 | $8,393 +10.1% | $845,200 +15.5% |
| 2023 | $7,626 +3.9% | $731,900 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $7,343 +5.1% | $694,700 +8.9% |
| 2021 | $6,988 -0.9% | $638,200 0% |
| 2020 | $7,053 +12.2% | $638,300 +9.8% |
| 2019 | $6,285 +0.8% | $581,400 +5.6% |
| 2018 | $6,238 +2.7% | $550,600 +7% |
| 2017 | $6,075 +4.6% | $514,800 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $5,806 +0.2% | $470,900 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $5,796 +0.6% | $447,200 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $5,760 +1.8% | $433,700 -0.1% |
| 2013 | $5,656 +2.1% | $434,100 |
| 2012 | $5,539 +2.4% | $434,100 |
| 2011 | $5,409 +5.3% | $434,100 +1.9% |
| 2010 | $5,139 +6.2% | $425,800 |
| 2009 | $4,837 +5.9% | $425,800 -2.7% |
| 2008 | $4,566 +1.8% | $437,800 -4.1% |
| 2007 | $4,485 +1.4% | $456,300 -0.6% |
| 2006 | $4,421 +5.4% | $459,100 +6.6% |
| 2005 | $4,194 +3.3% | $430,600 +22.2% |
| 2004 | $4,061 +3.4% | $352,500 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,926 +2.6% | $320,500 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,826 +13.3% | $294,100 +22.2% |
| 2000 | $3,377 +0.8% | $240,700 +13% |
| 1999 | $3,350 | $213,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Downtown
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Apply - See Mps
- Middle: Mvmms
- High: Mhs
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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