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    • Price cut: $4K (10/13)
    $415,000

    53 Melrose St APT 2B, Melrose, MA 02176

    2beds
    1,080sqft
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    $3,551/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1961
    -- sqft lot
    $410,300 Zestimate®
    $384/sqft
    $720/mo HOA

    What's special

    Bright second-floor unitGenerous closet spaceLuxury vinyl flooring
    You might not recognize this one—let us reintroduce you to Unit 2B at The Towers! This bright second-floor unit offers the easy, amenity-filled lifestyle that continues to make this community such a popular choice. Located in Building 53, home to the indoor pool and sauna, Unit 2B features a comfortable open layout connecting the living room, dining area and kitchen. Sliders lead to the enclosed balcony, creating additional space to relax and enjoy throughout the seasons. The spacious primary bedroom also offers balcony access along with generous closet space, while the second bedroom easily accommodates a variety of furniture and uses. Luxury vinyl flooring and freshly painted walls give the unit a clean, updated feel, and the glass in all balcony windows has recently been replaced. Even better, this unit includes assigned parking space #12B conveniently located near the front entrance PLUS garage space #47. Indoor and outdoor pools, great amenities, a central location and a well-managed community complete the package.
    19 days
    1,363
    85

    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    The Kim Perrotti Team 781-254-5527,

    Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100,

    Kim Perrotti 781-254-5527

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73584324

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Vinyl, Balcony - Interior
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 14 x 12
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 120
      • Dimensions: 12 x 10
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: No
      Bathroom 1
      • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 40
      • Dimensions: 8 x 5
      Kitchen
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 88
      • Dimensions: 8 x 11
      Heating
      • Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Building
      Features
      • Balcony - Interior, Slider, Living/Dining Rm Combo
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,080
      • Total interior livable area: 1,080 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,080

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
      • Garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 1
      Features
      • Exterior features: Balcony / Deck, Balcony, Professional Landscaping
      • Pool features: Association, In Ground, Indoor
      Details
      • Parcel number: 658826
      • Zoning: URC
      • Other equipment: Intercom

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Condition
      • Year built: 1961

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Electric Range

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School
      • Security: Intercom
      HOA
      • Amenities included: Hot Water, Pool, Laundry, Elevator(s), Tennis Court(s)
      • Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
      • HOA fee: $720 monthly
      Location
      • Region: Melrose

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $384/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $408,800
      • Annual tax amount: $4,688
      • Date on market: 9/30/2026
      • Exclusions: Please See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet In Info Pack

        Estimated market value

        $410,300

        $390,000 - $431,000

        $2,566/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/13/2026Price change$415,000-1%$384/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73584324 Report a problem
        9/30/2026Listed for sale$419,000$388/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73584324 Report a problem
        9/29/2026Listing removed$419,000$388/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73498177 Report a problem
        8/4/2026Pending sale$419,000$388/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73498177 Report a problem
        6/29/2026Price change$419,000-2.6%$388/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73498177 Report a problem
        6/12/2026Price change$430,000-2.3%$398/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73498177 Report a problem
        4/23/2026Price change$440,000-1.1%$407/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73498177 Report a problem
        4/8/2026Listed for sale$445,000+1189.9%$412/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73498177 Report a problem
        8/5/1974Sold$34,500$32/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,914 +2.6%$395,400 +2.9%
        2024$3,816 -3.5%$384,300 +1.2%
        2023$3,956 +2.8%$379,700 +4.3%
        2022$3,847 +4.9%$364,000 +8.7%
        2021$3,666 -0.9%$334,800 0%
        2020$3,701 +11.2%$334,900 +8.7%
        2019$3,329 +14.2%$308,000 +19.8%
        2018$2,914 +13.3%$257,200 +18%
        2017$2,572 +4.5%$218,000 +9.2%
        2016$2,461 +4.6%$199,600 +10%
        2015$2,352 +3.5%$181,500 +6.1%
        2014$2,272 -10.5%$171,100 -12.2%
        2013$2,538 -0.4%$194,800 -2.5%
        2012$2,549 +2.4%$199,800
        2011$2,490 -3.8%$199,800 -6.9%
        2010$2,589 +3.7%$214,500 -2.4%
        2009$2,497 +4.3%$219,800 -4.3%
        2008$2,395 +3.4%$229,600 -2.6%
        2007$2,317 $235,700
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Melrose Highlands

        Getting around

        78 / 100
        Very Walkable
        33 / 100
        Some Transit
        53 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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