Classic charm with the updates that actually matter. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home sits on a sunny corner lot in Melrose and just feels right from the start. The front entry pulls you in, and inside you’ll find bright, easy living spaces with hardwood floors, a fireplace, and a layout that flows naturally into a crisp, updated kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and clean finishes. Upstairs offers three comfortable bedrooms, and central air keeps things cool when summer decides to show up. There’s a natural, easy rhythm to the layout that just works for everyday living. Out back, the fenced yard is the kind of space you’ll actually use. Room to hang out, host, or let things slow down a bit. The corner lot brings in great light and a little more breathing room than you’d expect. Close to shops, dining, parks, and commuter routes, this home hits that sweet spot of charm, function, and convenience, with a neighborhood feel that makes Melrose so loved.
Sold for $1,006,500
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$1,006,500
5 13th St, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,325sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,073 Square Feet Lot
$1,003,900 Zestimate®
$760/sqft
$3,670 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,003,900
$934,000 - $1.07M
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Central airCrisp updated kitchenSunny corner lotHardwood floorsThree comfortable bedroomsStainless appliancesWhite cabinetry
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Listed by:
Laura Cohron 857-888-2509,
Fiv Realty Co. 781-365-1984
Bought with:
Bill Butler
Leading Edge Real Estate
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73506341
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 28
- Dimensions: 7 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Remodeled
- Level: Second
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Vestibule
- Level: First
- Area: 275
- Dimensions: 25 x 11
Heating
- Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,325
- Total interior livable area: 1,325 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,325
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Screens, Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,073 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: MELRM0F8P0000089
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $760/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $747,300
- Annual tax amount: $7,398
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Exclusions: Please See Attached Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet. Pergola Not Included In Sale
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $1,006,500+6%$760/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,900+19.8%$717/sqft |
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| 1/30/2023 | Sold | $793,000+4.4%$598/sqft |
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| 12/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $759,900+27.7%$574/sqft |
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| 5/4/2018 | Sold | $595,000$449/sqft |
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| 4/10/2018 | Pending sale | $595,000$449/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72302796 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $595,000$449/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72302796 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2018 | Pending sale | $595,000$449/sqft |
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| 4/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $595,000+62.1%$449/sqft |
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| 2/18/2010 | Sold | $367,000-3.4%$277/sqft |
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| 12/19/2009 | Price change | $379,900-2.6%$287/sqft |
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| 11/28/2009 | Listed for sale | $389,900+154.8%$294/sqft |
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| 3/31/1994 | Sold | $153,000$115/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,398 +11.2% | $747,300 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $6,653 +0.8% | $670,000 +5.8% |
| 2023 | $6,598 -0.1% | $633,200 +1.3% |
| 2022 | $6,606 +3.5% | $625,000 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $6,383 +6.4% | $582,900 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $5,999 +10.7% | $542,900 +8.3% |
| 2019 | $5,417 +1.1% | $501,100 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $5,360 +1.8% | $473,100 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $5,263 -0.3% | $446,000 +4.1% |
| 2016 | $5,281 +7.4% | $428,300 +12.9% |
| 2015 | $4,918 +5% | $379,500 +7.6% |
| 2014 | $4,685 +1.9% | $352,800 |
| 2013 | $4,597 +2.5% | $352,800 +0.4% |
| 2012 | $4,484 +2.4% | $351,400 |
| 2011 | $4,378 +1.7% | $351,400 -1.5% |
| 2010 | $4,305 +2.4% | $356,700 -3.6% |
| 2009 | $4,204 +5.1% | $370,100 -3.5% |
| 2008 | $4,000 +2.9% | $383,500 -3% |
| 2007 | $3,886 +2.1% | $395,300 |
| 2006 | $3,807 +3.8% | $395,300 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,667 +8.5% | $376,500 +28.3% |
| 2004 | $3,380 +3.4% | $293,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,268 +2.6% | $266,800 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,184 +4.7% | $244,700 +12.9% |
| 2000 | $3,040 +9.1% | $216,700 +22.2% |
| 1999 | $2,787 | $177,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 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
- Middle: Melrose Veterans Memorial
- High: Melrose High School
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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