Discover quintessential New England charm with this Cape perched atop Reading Hill, nestled in the Horace Mann school district. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a smartly finished lower level on a spacious .24-acre lot, this home offers a flexible layout with a first-floor primary bedroom and bath.Recent renovations include the heating system, updated kitchen cabinets, flooring, counters, hardware, and lighting. Enjoy freshly refinished hardwood floors, updated bathroom vanities, mirrors, and lighting, plus a younger roof and windows.Outside, stunning gardens under a majestic canopy create a serene oasis perfect for entertaining. Prime location: 0.3 miles to Horace Mann school and Whole Foods, 0.6 miles to the commuter train, and 0.1 miles to the MBTA bus. Easy access to highways, public transport, and green spaces.Consistently rated as one of the top zip codes, Melrose offers unparalleled living. Make 39 Reading Hill Ave your forever home!
Sold for $869,000
$869,000
39 Reading Hill Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
-- sqft lot
$924,400 Zestimate®
$603/sqft
$4,214 Estimated rent
Home value
$924,400
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Listed by:
O'Connor & Highland,
Keller Williams Back Bay
Bought with:
Menauhant Real Estate
Source: LINK,MLS#: 235055
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: F
Heating
- Hot Water
Features
- Bsmt, Strg, W/D
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off-Street, Tandem, Paved Driveway
Features
- Exterior features: Gdn, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: MELRMD12P0000119
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $603/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $642,700
- Annual tax amount: $6,184
- Date on market: 7/24/2024
- Listing agreement: E
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2024 | Sold | $869,000+11.6%$603/sqft |
Source: LINK #235055 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2024 | Pending sale | $779,000$541/sqft |
Source: LINK #235055 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2024 | Contingent | $779,000$541/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73268803 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $779,000+58.3%$541/sqft |
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| 5/25/2016 | Sold | $492,000+17.4%$342/sqft |
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| 4/11/2016 | Pending sale | $419,000$291/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX LEADING EDGE #71979440 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $419,000+13.2%$291/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #71979440 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2004 | Sold | $370,000$257/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,363 +2.9% | $642,700 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $6,184 -1.1% | $622,800 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $6,254 +6.8% | $600,200 +8.3% |
| 2022 | $5,858 +3.5% | $554,200 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $5,661 -0.9% | $517,000 |
| 2020 | $5,713 +14.8% | $517,000 +12.3% |
| 2019 | $4,978 +6.4% | $460,500 +11.5% |
| 2018 | $4,678 +3.8% | $412,900 +8.1% |
| 2017 | $4,506 -3% | $381,900 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $4,645 +1.4% | $376,700 +6.5% |
| 2015 | $4,583 +5.7% | $353,600 +8.3% |
| 2014 | $4,336 +1.3% | $326,500 -0.6% |
| 2013 | $4,282 +5% | $328,600 +2.8% |
| 2012 | $4,079 +2.4% | $319,700 |
| 2011 | $3,983 +3.2% | $319,700 0% |
| 2010 | $3,860 +1.9% | $319,800 -4.1% |
| 2009 | $3,787 +0.9% | $333,400 -7.4% |
| 2008 | $3,755 +4.7% | $360,000 -1.4% |
| 2007 | $3,588 +2.1% | $365,000 |
| 2006 | $3,515 +3.8% | $365,000 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,387 +8.4% | $347,700 +28.2% |
| 2004 | $3,124 +3.4% | $271,200 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,021 +2.7% | $246,600 +9.1% |
| 2002 | $2,942 +11.2% | $226,100 +19.9% |
| 2000 | $2,646 +10.8% | $188,600 +24.2% |
| 1999 | $2,388 | $151,900 |
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Neighborhood: 02176
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GreatSchools rating
- NAEarly Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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