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  • $1,092,500

    42 Whitman Ave, Melrose, MA 02176

    3beds
    1,881sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1951
    6,969 Square Feet Lot
    $1,092,500 Zestimate®
    $581/sqft
    $4,709 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,092,500

    $1.03M - $1.17M

    $4,709/mo

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    What's special

    Sought after move-in ready single family home in desirable Melrose neighborhood. Beautifully appointed with spacious rooms, original detailing, private porch with views, and expansive yard. An enclosed vestibule opens into this home's foyer boasting original oak staircase and custom railing. The spacious living room features a wood burning fireplace and south facing windows. First floor half-bathroom and kitchen flow nicely into the formal dining room adorned with original woodworking and custom built ins. Second floor has the large master bedroom with large walk-in closet, two additional bedrooms one with a walk-in closet, and views of the private fenced in yard. Enjoy vaulted ceilings in the main bathroom with full size tub. The finished basement offers a great guest room with an attached full bathroom, a private den, and laundry room. Attached garage and large driveway. The front yard has a brand new sprinkler system. Updated heating system make this home simply turn key!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Other, Gas
    Features
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,881 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 6,969 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: MELRM0F4P0000002

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1951

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Melrose

    Other

    Other facts
    • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area
    • Construction: Frame
    • Exterior: Shingles
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
    • Hot Water: Natural Gas
    • Utility Connections: For Gas Range
    • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Bed2 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Walk-In
    • Bed2 Level: Second Floor
    • Bed3 Level: Second Floor
    • Bth1 Level: First Floor
    • Kit Level: First Floor
    • Mbr Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Walk-In
    • Mbr Level: Second Floor
    • Heating: Gas, Hot Water Radiators
    • Garage Parking: Attached
    • Bed3 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Din Level: First Floor
    • Bth2 Level: Second Floor
    • Style: Colonial
    • Bth2 Dscrp: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Hardwood, Ceiling - Cathedral, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
    • Bth3 Dscrp: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
    • Bth3 Level: Basement
    • Din Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood
    • Fam Level: Basement
    • Bth1 Dscrp: Bathroom - Half
    • Basement Feature: Full, Walk Out, Finished
    • Lead Paint: Unknown
    • Exterior Features: Porch, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
    • Foundation: Poured Concrete
    • Liv Dscrp: Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood
    • Liv Level: First Floor
    • Lot Description: Paved Drive, Scenic View(s), Level, Fenced/Enclosed
    • Sf Type: Detached
    • Laundry Level: Basement

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/31/2017Sold$691,000+12.4%$367/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/26/2017Listed for sale$615,000+151%$327/sqft
    Source: Encore Realty #72204150 Report a problem
    3/7/1988Sold$245,000$130/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,810 +1.5%$788,900 +1.8%
    2024$7,697 +0.7%$775,100 +5.7%
    2023$7,644 +5.9%$733,600 +7.4%
    2022$7,220 +4.5%$683,100 +8.3%
    2021$6,907 -0.9%$630,800 +0%
    2020$6,968 +12.9%$630,600 +10.4%
    2019$6,174 +6.5%$571,100 +11.7%
    2018$5,795 +3.2%$511,500 +7.5%
    2017$5,614 -0.8%$475,800 +3.6%
    2016$5,662 +3.6%$459,200 +8.9%
    2015$5,465 +4.4%$421,700 +7%
    2014$5,234 +1.9%$394,100
    2013$5,135 +4.5%$394,100 +2.3%
    2012$4,914 +2.4%$385,100
    2011$4,798 +3.2%$385,100
    2010$4,648 +2.6%$385,100 -3.5%
    2009$4,532 +2.5%$398,900 -5.9%
    2008$4,420 +3.7%$423,800 -2.3%
    2007$4,263 +2.1%$433,700
    2006$4,177 +3.8%$433,700 +5%
    2005$4,023 +6.6%$413,000 +26.1%
    2004$3,773 +3.4%$327,500 +10%
    2003$3,648 +2.6%$297,800 +9%
    2002$3,554 +7.8%$273,200 +16.2%
    2000$3,298 +8.2%$235,100 +21.3%
    1999$3,047 $193,800

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    Neighborhood: East Side

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Apply
    • Middle: Melrose Middle
    • High: Melrose High

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

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