Set in a well-located Melrose neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a layout that feels both functional and easy to live in. The main level is filled with natural light, featuring an open kitchen that connects seamlessly to the living and dining areas making everyday routines and hosting feel simple. Upstairs, three nicely sized bedrooms provide flexibility for a variety of needs, along with a full bath complete with all the updates. Bonus space downstairs in the large finished basement adds valuable extra space, perfect for a home office, workout area, media room, or play space. Outside is a large fully fenced-in backyard offering room to relax, entertain, or enjoy time outdoors, while the detached one-car garage adds convenience for parking or storage. Located close to downtown Melrose, shopping, dining, and Route 1, this home blends everyday convenience with a neighborhood setting. Easy, practical, and ready for what’s next!
Sold for $950,000
$950,000
81 Linden Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
1,529sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
8,459 Square Feet Lot
$949,400 Zestimate®
$621/sqft
$4,021 Estimated rent
Home value
$949,400
$892,000 - $1.02M
$4,021/mo
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Three nicely sized bedrooms
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Listed by:
Laura Cohron 857-888-2509,
Fiv Realty Co. 781-365-1984
Bought with:
Letha Prestbo
Compass
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73499152
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 24
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Second
- Area: 70
- Dimensions: 10 x 7
Dining room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
- Level: Basement
- Area: 552
- Dimensions: 24 x 23
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Living room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Office
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 77
- Dimensions: 11 x 7
Heating
- Hot Water, Oil
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,529
- Total interior livable area: 1,529 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,529
- Finished area below ground: 801
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,459 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 659320
- Zoning: URB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Sold | $950,000+9.2%$621/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499152 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $869,900+79.4%$569/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73499152 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2017 | Sold | $485,000-3%$317/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2017 | Pending sale | $499,900$327/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Sexton & Donohue, Inc. #72201910 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2017 | Listed for sale | $499,900$327/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Sexton & Donohue #72201910 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,507 +1.6% | $758,300 +1.9% |
| 2024 | $7,390 +0.4% | $744,200 +5.3% |
| 2023 | $7,363 +6.3% | $706,600 +7.8% |
| 2022 | $6,929 +2.8% | $655,500 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $6,740 -0.9% | $615,500 +0% |
| 2020 | $6,800 +17.2% | $615,400 +14.7% |
| 2019 | $5,802 +0.6% | $536,700 +5.4% |
| 2018 | $5,770 +3.4% | $509,300 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $5,579 -1.2% | $472,800 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $5,648 +4.2% | $458,100 +9.5% |
| 2015 | $5,422 +4.3% | $418,400 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $5,199 +4.9% | $391,500 +2.9% |
| 2013 | $4,958 +4.4% | $380,500 +2.2% |
| 2012 | $4,749 +2.4% | $372,200 |
| 2011 | $4,638 +1.8% | $372,200 -1.4% |
| 2010 | $4,558 +2.6% | $377,600 -3.4% |
| 2009 | $4,442 +2.6% | $391,000 -5.8% |
| 2008 | $4,331 +2.4% | $415,200 -3.5% |
| 2007 | $4,229 +2.1% | $430,200 |
| 2006 | $4,143 +3.7% | $430,200 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $3,994 +7.3% | $410,100 +26.8% |
| 2004 | $3,724 +3.4% | $323,300 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,600 +2.6% | $293,900 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,509 +15.8% | $269,700 +24.9% |
| 2000 | $3,029 +0.2% | $215,900 +12.3% |
| 1999 | $3,023 | $192,300 |
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Neighborhood: 02176
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAEarly Childhood CenterGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Melrose
- 02176
- 81 Linden Rd