For sale

Price cut: $15K (7/27)

$769,900

70 Crescent Ln, Malden, MA 02148

4beds

2,321sqft

$4,872/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1985

9,418 Square Feet Lot

$763,500 Zestimate^®

$332/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Wood-burning fireplaceNewer roofLeased solar panelsPrivate yardFormal dining roomTwo drivewaysNewly paved dead-end street

Attractive 1985 Garrison Colonial on newly paved dead-end street on Melrose line offers many updates and spacious 3 floor living. The heart of the home, the kitchen, has been thoughtfully updated with new cabinets, beautiful marble countertops & pretty backsplash. The gorgeous kitchen flows nicely into the formal dining room & spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace. A 1/2 bathroom & mudroom area with w/d hookup complete the first floor. The 2nd floor offers 3 well-sized bedrooms & an updated full bath featuring a new double vanity & newly tiled shower& tub. A lovely, finished basement with family room, laundry/dining area, bedroom, & 3/4 bath is an added bonus to this beauty! A private yard awaits, offering a secluded outdoor sanctuary w/patio, perfect for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. Newer roof, TWO driveways, hot water heater, leased solar panels, renovated kitchen, & updated bath! Close to Forestdale school, shopping & dining in Downtown Melrose, bus line, & Route 1!

56 days

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 205.21
Dimensions: 16.42 x 12.5

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 180.74
Dimensions: 12.83 x 14.08

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: Second
Area: 119.06
Dimensions: 11.25 x 10.58

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: First
Area: 36.41
Dimensions: 4.08 x 8.92

Bathroom 2

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: Second
Area: 64.67
Dimensions: 8 x 8.08

Bathroom 3

Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: Basement
Area: 85.78
Dimensions: 5.33 x 16.08

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: First
Area: 113.82
Dimensions: 9.17 x 12.42

Family room

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: Basement
Area: 239.06
Dimensions: 21.25 x 11.25

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
Level: First
Area: 221.43
Dimensions: 17.83 x 12.42

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Level: First
Area: 224.55
Dimensions: 18.58 x 12.08

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, In Basement

Features

Bedroom, Mud Room
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Basement: Full,Finished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,321
Total interior livable area: 2,321 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,669
Finished area below ground: 652

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Exterior features: Patio, Storage, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 9,418 Square Feet
Features: Gentle Sloping

Details

Parcel number: 600683
Zoning: ResA

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Garrison
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1985

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Malden

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $332/sqft
Tax assessed value: $631,700
Annual tax amount: $7,261
Date on market: 6/26/2026
Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property

Estimated market value

$763,500

$725,000 - $802,000

$4,673/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/27/2026	Price change	$769,900-1.9%$332/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73541744 Report a problem
6/25/2026	Listed for sale	$784,900+15.4%$338/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73541744 Report a problem
7/31/2024	Sold	$680,000+0%$293/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73234344 Report a problem
6/13/2024	Contingent	$679,900$293/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73234344 Report a problem
5/23/2024	Price change	$679,900-1.4%$293/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73234344 Report a problem
5/7/2024	Listed for sale	$689,900+112%$297/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73234344 Report a problem
4/3/2013	Sold	$325,500-2.8%$140/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/9/2012	Price change	$334,900-1.5%$144/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty #71421636 Report a problem
8/13/2012	Listed for sale	$339,900+6.2%$146/sqft
Source: Keller Williams Realty #71421636 Report a problem
11/25/2002	Sold	$320,000+30.6%$138/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/15/2000	Sold	$245,000$106/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,415 +4.4%	$478,400 +7.8%
2024	$5,188 +2.6%	$443,800 +7%
2023	$5,056 +5.4%	$414,800 +6.8%
2022	$4,798 +4.9%	$388,500 +4.4%
2021	$4,572 +1.4%	$372,000 +4.3%
2020	$4,510 +2.6%	$356,500 +7.7%
2019	$4,394 +1.1%	$331,100 +7.4%
2018	$4,345 +1.6%	$308,400 +2.2%
2017	$4,275 -12.3%	$301,700 -6.2%
2016	$4,875 +15.5%	$321,600 +19.9%
2015	$4,220 -8.2%	$268,300 -6.1%
2014	$4,598 +3%	$285,600 +1.6%
2013	$4,464 +10.8%	$281,100
2012	$4,028 +3.2%	$281,100 -2.2%
2011	$3,903 +8.6%	$287,400 -0.9%
2010	$3,594 +0.9%	$290,100 -19.3%
2009	$3,561 +14.4%	$359,300 +4.4%
2008	$3,112 +6%	$344,300 -3.3%
2007	$2,936 -0.3%	$355,900 -0.8%
2006	$2,945 +12.5%	$358,700 +19.1%
2005	$2,617 +4.4%	$301,200 +7.1%
2004	$2,506 -15.8%	$281,300 +32.9%
2003	$2,975 +7.1%	$211,600 +3.2%
2002	$2,777 +6.3%	$205,100 +36.8%
2000	$2,613 +3.4%	$149,900
1999	$2,526	$149,900