Under contract

$449,900

79 Maple St, Melrose, MA 02176

2beds

962sqft

$3,008/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1900

1,999 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$468/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

79 Maple Street presents a unique opportunity for those looking for their first home or those looking to downsize without transitioning into a condominium. This perfectly "right sized" home offers privacy and the independence of single family living, all situated in an enviable location that highlights the very best of Melrose and is a short stroll to the Wyoming Heights Commuter Rail, bus to the Oak Grove T Station, diverse shopping options, the seasonal Farmers Market, The Middlesex Fells Reservation, schools, parks and a vibrant dining scene. If you have a vision of what you want your home to be, bring your ideas and make Maple Street your home..

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 231
Dimensions: 21 x 11

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Second
Area: 130
Dimensions: 13 x 10

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Vinyl, Lighting - Overhead
Level: First
Area: 42
Dimensions: 7 x 6

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, Gas Stove
Level: First
Area: 169
Dimensions: 13 x 13

Living room

Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
Level: First
Area: 231
Dimensions: 21 x 11

Heating

Baseboard, Natural Gas

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater, Range
Laundry: In Basement, Washer Hookup

Features

Flooring: Wood, Carpet
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Concrete
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 962
Total interior livable area: 962 sqft
Finished area above ground: 962

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Property

Parking

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

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck

Lot

Size: 1,999 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: M:00A8 B:0000 L:015A,652367
Zoning: URA

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

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

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Melrose

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $468/sqft
Tax assessed value: $399,900
Annual tax amount: $4,587
Date on market: 9/23/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$3,063/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/28/2026	Contingent	$449,900$468/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73581002 Report a problem
9/22/2026	Listed for sale	$449,900+249%$468/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73581002 Report a problem
7/27/1990	Sold	$128,900+1.9%$134/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/5/1987	Sold	$126,500$131/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,848 +1.4%	$388,700 +1.7%
2024	$3,794 +4.7%	$382,100 +9.9%
2023	$3,623 +0.1%	$347,700 +1.6%
2022	$3,618 +3.6%	$342,300 +7.4%
2021	$3,491 +5.7%	$318,800 +6.7%
2020	$3,303 +10.9%	$298,900 +8.5%
2019	$2,978 +0.5%	$275,500 +5.3%
2018	$2,964 +2.1%	$261,600 +6.4%
2017	$2,902 +0.4%	$245,900 +4.9%
2016	$2,891 +9.5%	$234,500 +15.2%
2015	$2,639 +4.4%	$203,600 +7%
2014	$2,527 +1.9%	$190,300
2013	$2,480 +0.4%	$190,300 -1.7%
2012	$2,470 +2.4%	$193,600
2011	$2,412 +7.2%	$193,600 +3.9%
2010	$2,250 +2.4%	$186,400 -3.6%
2009	$2,197 +4.8%	$193,400 -3.8%
2008	$2,097 +3.2%	$201,100 -2.7%
2007	$2,031 +4.1%	$206,600 +2%
2006	$1,951 +3.8%	$202,600 +5%
2005	$1,880 +3.1%	$193,000 +21.9%
2004	$1,824 +3.5%	$158,300 +10%
2003	$1,763 +2.6%	$143,900 +8.9%
2002	$1,719 +8.8%	$132,100 +17.3%
2000	$1,580 +19.3%	$112,600 +33.7%
1999	$1,324	$84,200