Cute-as-a-button 2-bedroom cottage in Malden’s sought-after Forestdale neighborhood—the Melrose alternative for savvy buyers seeking more value for their investment. This delightful home features an open, airy layout with hardwood floors throughout and central A/C! The sun splashed, spacious, eat-in kitchen flows effortlessly into the living areas, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Plenty of basement storage, a cute backyard with a sprinkler system, and a one-car garage round out this lovely package. Note: one bedroom is sans closet—let’s call it “minimalist.” Washer and dryer are gifts to the buyer. Ideal condo alternative in a fantastic location—don’t miss this one!
Sold for $595,000
$595,000
55 Cherry St, Medford, MA 02155
2beds
924sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,589 Square Feet Lot
$655,600 Zestimate®
$644/sqft
$3,505 Estimated rent
Home value
$655,600
$616,000 - $701,000
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Bill Butler Group 617-771-9376,
Leading Edge Real Estate 781-979-0100
Bought with:
Scott M. Murphy
Chinatti Realty Group, Inc.
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73312556
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9 x 7
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
- Level: First
- Area: 320
- Dimensions: 20 x 16
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 924
- Total interior livable area: 924 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System
Lot
- Size: 3,589 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: M:137 B:803 L:321,600645
- Zoning: ResA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Forestdale
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Medford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $644/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $466,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,458
- Date on market: 1/20/2026
- Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Listing removed | $3,295$4/sqft |
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| 7/22/2025 | Price change | $3,295-5.7%$4/sqft |
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| 5/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,495+7.5%$4/sqft |
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| 12/18/2024 | Sold | $595,000+8.4%$644/sqft |
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| 11/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $549,000+101.1%$594/sqft |
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| 9/8/2020 | Listing removed | $3,250$4/sqft |
Source: Century 21 North East - Norton Group RE #72677284 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,250$4/sqft |
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| 11/1/2007 | Sold | $273,000+113.3%$295/sqft |
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| 9/25/1996 | Sold | $128,000$139/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,762 +5.6% | $509,000 +9% |
| 2024 | $5,458 +1.4% | $466,900 +5.8% |
| 2023 | $5,381 +5.1% | $441,400 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $5,122 +6.4% | $414,700 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $4,813 +7.6% | $391,600 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $4,473 +2.3% | $353,600 +7.3% |
| 2019 | $4,371 +4.4% | $329,400 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $4,185 +2% | $297,000 +2.6% |
| 2017 | $4,104 +0.7% | $289,600 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $4,077 +2.5% | $268,900 +6.4% |
| 2015 | $3,977 +4.2% | $252,800 +6.6% |
| 2014 | $3,817 +3.8% | $237,100 +2.4% |
| 2013 | $3,676 +10.8% | $231,500 |
| 2012 | $3,317 +5.5% | $231,500 |
| 2011 | $3,144 +3.8% | $231,500 -5.3% |
| 2010 | $3,028 +13.4% | $244,400 -9.3% |
| 2009 | $2,670 +2.7% | $269,400 -6.3% |
| 2008 | $2,600 +7.4% | $287,600 -1.9% |
| 2007 | $2,420 +3.2% | $293,300 +2.7% |
| 2006 | $2,344 +2.9% | $285,500 +8.9% |
| 2005 | $2,279 +3.6% | $262,200 +6.2% |
| 2004 | $2,199 +5.4% | $246,800 +66.3% |
| 2003 | $2,087 +4.7% | $148,400 +0.7% |
| 2002 | $1,994 +5.2% | $147,300 +35.5% |
| 2000 | $1,895 +3.4% | $108,700 |
| 1999 | $1,832 | $108,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02155
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Roberts Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Andrews Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Medford High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Forestdate
- Middle: Malden
- High: Malden
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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Estimated market value
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Medford
- 02155
- 55 Cherry St
