Located in the sought-after Highlands neighborhood of Melrose, this charming home offers timeless character and inviting living spaces. The front-to-back living room features hardwood floors, a cozy wood-burning fireplace and classic built-ins.The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining with hardwood floors, a corner built-in hutch & lovely bow window that fills the space with natural light.The kitchen offers ample cabinet storage, refrigerator & an oversized stove with an adjacent half bath. Enjoy access to the terraced backyard for gardening & relaxing. Upstairs you’ll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, all featuring hardwood floors, built-ins, & generous closet space. A fully tiled bathroom. Additional highlights include being freshly painted throughout, 1 car under garage, 1 car in driveway and washer & dryer. The commuter rail is a stone's throw away for exceptional convenience.Close to local shops, dining, schools & parks You will not want to miss this wonderful home!
Sold for $730,000
$730,000
611 Franklin St, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,372sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,251 Square Feet Lot
$727,300 Zestimate®
$532/sqft
$3,320 Estimated rent
Home value
$727,300
$676,000 - $778,000
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceClassic built-insFormal dining roomHardwood floorsCorner built-in hutchWasher and dryerFully tiled bathroom
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Listed by:
Maureen Grant 617-645-5030,
Brad Hutchinson Real Estate 781-665-2222
Bought with:
Vicky Xiao
Century 21 North East
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73495057
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 269.29
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 23.42
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 11.67 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 90.51
- Dimensions: 11.08 x 8.17
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
- Area: 19.17
- Dimensions: 5.75 x 3.33
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
- Area: 49.78
- Dimensions: 9.33 x 5.33
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 151.67
- Dimensions: 11.67 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 189
- Dimensions: 18 x 10.5
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 274
- Dimensions: 11.42 x 24
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Full,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,372
- Total interior livable area: 1,372 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,372
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Rain Gutters, Screens
Lot
- Size: 6,251 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: M:B12 P:0000052,658467
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
- Subdivision: Melrose Highlands
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Sold | $730,000+0%$532/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73495057 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Contingent | $729,900$532/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73495057 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $729,900$532/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73495057 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,948 +6.8% | $701,800 +7.1% |
| 2024 | $6,508 +3.8% | $655,400 +8.9% |
| 2023 | $6,272 -0.2% | $601,900 +1.2% |
| 2022 | $6,287 +3.7% | $594,800 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $6,061 +6.6% | $553,500 +7.6% |
| 2020 | $5,685 +12.2% | $514,500 +9.8% |
| 2019 | $5,067 +1.3% | $468,700 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $5,001 +2.3% | $441,400 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $4,888 -1.1% | $414,200 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $4,941 +7.2% | $400,700 +12.7% |
| 2015 | $4,607 +5.3% | $355,500 +7.9% |
| 2014 | $4,374 +1% | $329,400 -0.8% |
| 2013 | $4,329 +0.2% | $332,200 -1.9% |
| 2012 | $4,322 +2.4% | $338,700 |
| 2011 | $4,220 +7.5% | $338,700 +4.1% |
| 2010 | $3,926 +2.1% | $325,300 -3.9% |
| 2009 | $3,844 +3.7% | $338,400 -4.8% |
| 2008 | $3,707 +4.2% | $355,400 -1.8% |
| 2007 | $3,557 +4.4% | $361,900 +2.3% |
| 2006 | $3,408 +3.8% | $353,900 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,283 +3.5% | $337,100 +22.4% |
| 2004 | $3,173 +3.5% | $275,400 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,066 +2.6% | $250,300 +9% |
| 2002 | $2,988 +3.6% | $229,700 +11.8% |
| 2000 | $2,883 +11% | $205,500 +24.4% |
| 1999 | $2,597 | $165,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Melrose Highlands
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Roosevelt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Apply
- Middle: Melrose Vet. Memorial Middle
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
- Melrose
- 02176
- Melrose Highlands
- 611 Franklin St
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