Stylish & spacious Colonial tucked into a picturesque neighborhood within walking distance to schools and the common! Beautiful period details combined with modern amenities and renovations! This is the single-family home you've been waiting for! The top floor living area features four corner bedrooms, a full bath, and access to the spacious walk-up attic. Main floor features a lovely entrance way connected to a large LR and DR with a sunny office space! Perfectly setup for entertaining! The backside of the main floor has a beautifully renovated kitchen with island, new appliances and a full bath! Enclosed porch opens up to a beautiful deck looking out at the peaceful backyard. Extra 430sqft of finished basement with living room and full bath. Meticulously maintained landscaping and a large, detached garage make this a wonderful purchase! Too much to list, come take a look!
Sold for $989,000
$989,000
496 Swains Pond Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
4beds
2,063sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
6,652 Square Feet Lot
$1,080,500 Zestimate®
$479/sqft
$4,615 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,080,500
$1.03M - $1.15M
$4,615/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Paul Richards 617-970-3195,
Gateway Real Estate Group, Inc. 617-254-8080
Bought with:
Stephen McCarthy
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73238548
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Walk-up Attic
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,063
- Total interior livable area: 2,063 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,652 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 656664
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone, Irregular
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $479/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $750,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,815
- Date on market: 1/5/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2024 | Sold | $989,000$479/sqft |
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| 5/22/2024 | Contingent | $989,000$479/sqft |
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| 5/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $989,000+127.4%$479/sqft |
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| 3/29/2012 | Listing removed | $435,000$211/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour #71257791 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2012 | Listed for sale | $435,000-1.1%$211/sqft |
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| 8/26/2011 | Sold | $440,000+1.1%$213/sqft |
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| 7/7/2011 | Listed for sale | $435,000+138.4%$211/sqft |
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| 7/7/1992 | Sold | $182,500$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,178 +3.1% | $826,100 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $7,930 +1.5% | $798,600 +6.5% |
| 2023 | $7,815 +0.1% | $750,000 +1.5% |
| 2022 | $7,811 +4.5% | $739,000 +8.3% |
| 2021 | $7,474 +5.5% | $682,600 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $7,086 +10.5% | $641,300 +8.1% |
| 2019 | $6,412 +0.3% | $593,200 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $6,394 +1.8% | $564,300 +6% |
| 2017 | $6,280 +6.4% | $532,200 +11.2% |
| 2016 | $5,904 +7.2% | $478,800 +12.7% |
| 2015 | $5,508 +4.3% | $425,000 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $5,279 +1.9% | $397,500 |
| 2013 | $5,179 +2.1% | $397,500 |
| 2012 | $5,072 +8.7% | $397,500 +6.1% |
| 2011 | $4,666 +1.7% | $374,500 -1.5% |
| 2010 | $4,589 +2.5% | $380,200 -3.5% |
| 2009 | $4,475 +5.2% | $393,900 -3.4% |
| 2008 | $4,252 +5.2% | $407,700 -0.9% |
| 2007 | $4,043 +1.4% | $411,300 -0.7% |
| 2006 | $3,987 +3.8% | $414,000 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $3,842 +6.9% | $394,500 +26.5% |
| 2004 | $3,593 +3.4% | $311,900 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,474 +2.7% | $283,600 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,384 +5.4% | $260,100 +13.6% |
| 2000 | $3,211 +2.3% | $228,900 +14.6% |
| 1999 | $3,139 | $199,700 |
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Neighborhood: East Side
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Melrose 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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