Meticulously Maintained Quintessential 4BR, 2.5BA New England Style Colonial located in the ever so beautiful Horace Mann Neighborhood. Centrally situated on one of Melrose's most prettiest streets, this home boasts an updated kitchen w/gas cooking, SS appliances, new backsplash, and leads to your formal DR with built-in China Cabinet perfect for holiday entertaining. Relax in your LR with new gas fireplace insert, or get some work done in your main floor sunny office recently renovated with vaulted ceilings and wainscoting. The 2nd floor consists of 3BR's, including the Primary w/private bath updated with slate tile floors, over-sized subway tiles. This home has amazing period details with chair rails, crown molding, and HW oak floors throughout. Updates include all bathrooms, new roof, Burnham boiler, high efficiency tankless H20 heater, Pella windows, rear shed, deck, raised flower beds, and a professionally landscaped yard! Open Houses Sat 2/15 & Sun 2/16 from 11:30-1pm!
Sold for $1,250,000
$1,250,000
78 Bellevue Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
4beds
2,263sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
6,525 Square Feet Lot
$1,240,100 Zestimate®
$552/sqft
$5,343 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,240,100
$1.14M - $1.35M
$5,343/mo
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New gas fireplace insertUpdated kitchenProfessionally landscaped yardPeriod detailsNew roofGas cookingSs appliances
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Listed by:
The DiGiorgio Team,
DiGiorgio Realty Group 781-716-9800,
Gregory DiGiorgio 617-233-4530
Bought with:
Le Cao
BA Property & Lifestyle Advisors
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73334735
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: Third
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 16
- Dimensions: 4 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Linen, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 49
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
- Level: Second
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Crown Molding
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 20 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Chair Rail, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 23 x 13
Office
- Features: Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main
- Area: 98
- Dimensions: 14 x 7
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Attic Access, Office, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Bulkhead,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,263
- Total interior livable area: 2,263 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,263
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 6,525 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 655163
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Horace Mann
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $552/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $970,700
- Annual tax amount: $9,639
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
- Exclusions: See Inclusion Exclusion Sheet.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/14/2025 | Sold | $1,250,000+11.1%$552/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73334735 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,125,000+90.4%$497/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73334735 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2014 | Sold | $591,000+2.8%$261/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2014 | Listed for sale | $575,000+187.5%$254/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #71688667 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/1991 | Sold | $200,000$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,610 -0.3% | $970,700 |
| 2024 | $9,639 +5.9% | $970,700 +11.2% |
| 2023 | $9,099 +3.6% | $873,200 +5.1% |
| 2022 | $8,783 +5.3% | $830,900 +9.1% |
| 2021 | $8,343 -0.9% | $761,900 |
| 2020 | $8,419 +11% | $761,900 +8.6% |
| 2019 | $7,582 -0.1% | $701,400 +4.7% |
| 2018 | $7,590 +3.5% | $669,900 +7.8% |
| 2017 | $7,333 +1.7% | $621,400 +6.3% |
| 2016 | $7,208 +5.7% | $584,600 +11.1% |
| 2015 | $6,821 +0.2% | $526,300 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $6,807 +3% | $512,600 +1% |
| 2013 | $6,611 +4.4% | $507,400 +2.3% |
| 2012 | $6,330 +2.4% | $496,100 |
| 2011 | $6,181 +3.3% | $496,100 +0% |
| 2010 | $5,986 +6.3% | $495,900 |
| 2009 | $5,633 +6.9% | $495,900 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $5,269 +2.8% | $505,200 -3.1% |
| 2007 | $5,123 +1% | $521,200 -1% |
| 2006 | $5,071 +3.7% | $526,600 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $4,889 +1.3% | $501,900 +19.8% |
| 2004 | $4,826 +3.4% | $418,900 +9.9% |
| 2003 | $4,667 +2.6% | $381,000 +9% |
| 2002 | $4,547 +4.2% | $349,500 +12.3% |
| 2000 | $4,365 +21% | $311,100 +35.6% |
| 1999 | $3,608 | $229,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Horace Mann
- Middle: Vet. Memorial
- High: Melrose
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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