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  • $992,500

    56 Orchard Ln, Melrose, MA 02176

    3beds
    2,342sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1947
    8,455 Square Feet Lot
    $1,019,600 Zestimate®
    $424/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomThree comfortable bedroomsConvenient half bathNewly renovated kitchen
    Tucked into one of Melrose’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this lovingly maintained Garrison-style home has been cherished by its owners for over 25 years. Inside, classic charm meets thoughtful updates with a welcoming living room, formal dining room, and a newly renovated kitchen. An enclosed porch offers a cozy retreat, complemented by a convenient half bath. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath provide restful living, while attic access adds valuable storage. The partially finished basement offers flexibility for work or play. Set beside Bellevue Country Club, the home’s elevated rear deck captures sweeping golf course views—an idyllic backdrop for quiet mornings or evening gatherings.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Frank Mead 617-759-5050,

    Brad Hutchinson Real Estate 781-665-2222

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73510623

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 197.47
      • Dimensions: 19.58 x 10.08
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 179.86
      • Dimensions: 14.58 x 12.33
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 112.26
      • Dimensions: 9.83 x 11.42
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: First
      • Area: 96.42
      • Dimensions: 7.42 x 13
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Yes
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: First
      • Area: 26.39
      • Dimensions: 4.17 x 6.33
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 62.01
      • Dimensions: 7.83 x 7.92
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 182.11
      • Dimensions: 14.67 x 12.42
      Family room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 2892.5
      • Dimensions: 267 x 10.83
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 157.25
      • Dimensions: 12.75 x 12.33
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 246.42
      • Dimensions: 19.58 x 12.58
      Heating
      • Central, Oil
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
      • Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Sun Room, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Broadband
      • Flooring: Wood, Tile
      • Windows: Screens
      • Basement: Partially Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,342
      • Total interior livable area: 2,342 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,588
      • Finished area below ground: 754

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 3
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Composite
      • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck, Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Screens
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Scenic View(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 8,455 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 660995
      • Zoning: SRB

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Garrison
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1947

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
      • Subdivision: Eastside
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Melrose

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $424/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $784,300
      • Annual tax amount: $7,765
      • Date on market: 4/30/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,019,600

        $948,000 - $1.10M

        $3,999/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/26/2026Pending sale$992,500$424/sqft
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        5/12/2026Contingent$992,500$424/sqft
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        4/30/2026Listed for sale$992,500+111.2%$424/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73510623 Report a problem
        8/28/2003Sold$470,000+6.8%$201/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        12/18/2001Sold$440,000$188/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,765 +0.7%$784,300 +1%
        2024$7,714 +6%$776,800 +11.3%
        2023$7,274 +1.8%$698,100 +3.3%
        2022$7,143 -1.2%$675,800 +2.3%
        2021$7,232 -1.2%$660,500 -0.3%
        2020$7,318 +13%$662,300 +10.6%
        2019$6,475 +1.3%$599,000 +6.1%
        2018$6,394 -0.5%$564,300 +3.6%
        2017$6,429 +10%$544,800 +14.9%
        2016$5,847 -3%$474,200 +1.9%
        2015$6,029 -1%$465,200 +1.4%
        2014$6,090 +3.3%$458,600 +1.3%
        2013$5,897 +2.6%$452,600 +0.5%
        2012$5,745 +2.4%$450,200
        2011$5,609 +2.6%$450,200 -0.6%
        2010$5,467 +4.6%$452,900 -1.6%
        2009$5,228 +3.2%$460,200 -5.2%
        2008$5,064 -1.3%$485,500 -7%
        2007$5,131 +8.3%$522,000 +6.1%
        2006$4,737 +3.8%$491,900 +5%
        2005$4,562 -11.2%$468,400 +5%
        2004$5,139 +3.4%$446,100 +10%
        2003$4,969 +2.6%$405,600 +9%
        2002$4,841 +8.4%$372,100 +16.9%
        2000$4,464 +17.1%$318,200 +31.2%
        1999$3,812 $242,500
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: East Side

        Getting around

        28 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        17 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        9 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Melrose / Lottery
        • Middle: Veteran Memorial Middle School
        • High: Melrose High School

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