Built in 1940 and situated on a charming, tree-lined street, this classic three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath Colonial presents an exciting opportunity for contractors, investors, or buyers with a vision. Rich in character, the home features beautiful original millwork, two fireplaces, a traditional floor plan, and a partially finished basement offering additional living-space potential. The property requires extensive renovation but provides a wonderful foundation for thoughtful updates while preserving the timeless appeal of its 1940s architecture. Additional features include a one-car garage and a private backyard with plenty of potential to create an inviting outdoor retreat. Conveniently located within walking distance of neighborhood schools and close to local amenities, this diamond in the rough is ready to be restored and transformed into a true neighborhood showcase.
Sold for $690,000
$690,000
6 Birch Hill Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,800sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,913 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$383/sqft
$4,120 Estimated rent
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Two fireplacesClassic three-bedroom one-and-a-half-bath colonialOne-car garagePrivate backyardPartially finished basementBeautiful original millworkTree-lined street
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Listed by:
Cyndi Arpin 508-802-0469,
CA Real Estate and Design 508-802-0469
Bought with:
Dot Collection
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Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73558215
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Den
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,800
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 6,913 Square Feet
- Features: Cleared
Details
- Foundation area: 999
- Parcel number: M:0F5 P:0000026,656468
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $383/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $796,100
- Annual tax amount: $7,881
- Date on market: 8/8/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Sold | $690,000-1.3%$383/sqft |
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| 8/19/2026 | Pending sale | $699,000$388/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Contingent | $699,000$388/sqft |
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| 8/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+200%$388/sqft |
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| 11/6/1987 | Sold | $233,000+6.9%$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/1987 | Sold | $218,000$121/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,881 +1.4% | $796,100 +1.8% |
| 2024 | $7,769 +0.7% | $782,400 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $7,718 +6% | $740,700 +7.5% |
| 2022 | $7,283 +2.9% | $689,000 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $7,078 -0.9% | $646,400 0% |
| 2020 | $7,144 +13.1% | $646,500 +10.6% |
| 2019 | $6,318 +4% | $584,500 +9% |
| 2018 | $6,075 +3.3% | $536,200 +7.6% |
| 2017 | $5,879 -1.1% | $498,200 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $5,943 +5% | $482,000 +10.3% |
| 2015 | $5,662 +4.2% | $436,900 +6.7% |
| 2014 | $5,436 +2.9% | $409,300 +0.9% |
| 2013 | $5,285 +4.4% | $405,600 +2.3% |
| 2012 | $5,061 +2.4% | $396,600 |
| 2011 | $4,942 +4.2% | $396,600 +1% |
| 2010 | $4,741 +2.6% | $392,800 -3.4% |
| 2009 | $4,619 +2.6% | $406,600 -5.7% |
| 2008 | $4,500 +3.6% | $431,400 -2.4% |
| 2007 | $4,344 +3.3% | $441,900 +1.2% |
| 2006 | $4,204 +3.8% | $436,600 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,050 +6.9% | $415,800 +26.4% |
| 2004 | $3,790 +3.5% | $329,000 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,663 +2.6% | $299,000 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,569 +8.3% | $274,300 +16.8% |
| 2000 | $3,296 +4.1% | $234,900 +16.6% |
| 1999 | $3,166 | $201,400 |
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Neighborhood: East Side
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- 8/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Melrose
- 02176
- East Side
- 6 Birch Hill Rd
