A rare gem in Malden’s desirable Forestdale neighborhood is hitting the market for the first time in nearly 40 years! This well-loved home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Designed for easy one-level living, this home features a bright and airy living room with gleaming hardwood floors, a cozy eat-in kitchen and a brand-new oversized deck—perfect for summer BBQs overlooking a spacious backyard. Need extra space? The partially finished basement boasts two generous bonus rooms and a half bath. Recent updates include a luxurious hydro-massage walk-in tub, new heating & cooling system, water heater and a 10-year-young roof. This prime location is just steps from Melrose, minutes to Oak Grove Train Station and MBTA bus stop to Wellington Station. Don't miss this opportunity—schedule your showing today!
Sold for $630,000
$630,000
81 Sylvan St, Malden, MA 02148
3beds
1,098sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
9,951 Square Feet Lot
$631,300 Zestimate®
$574/sqft
$2,816 Estimated rent
Home value
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Luxurious hydro-massage walk-in tubBrand-new oversized deckSpacious backyardPartially finished basementGleaming hardwood floorsGenerous bonus roomsCozy eat-in kitchen
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Listed by:
Rachel Gallant 617-840-7696,
Century 21 North East 978-535-6500
Bought with:
Elena M. Lau
UNION Real Estate, LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73341517
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bonus Room, Wired for Sound
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,098
- Total interior livable area: 1,098 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,098
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Composite
- Exterior features: Deck - Composite, Rain Gutters, Storage, Sprinkler System
Lot
- Size: 9,951 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 599041
- Zoning: ResA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station
- Subdivision: Forestdale
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Malden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $574/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $624,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,294
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2025 | Sold | $630,000-1.4%$574/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341517 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $639,000+326%$582/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73341517 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/1988 | Sold | $150,000$137/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,074 +4.6% | $624,900 +8% |
| 2024 | $6,765 +3.7% | $578,700 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $6,524 +5.8% | $535,200 +7.2% |
| 2022 | $6,166 +1% | $499,300 +0.5% |
| 2021 | $6,103 -0.1% | $496,600 +2.8% |
| 2020 | $6,111 +4.8% | $483,100 +10% |
| 2019 | $5,830 +4.6% | $439,300 +11.1% |
| 2018 | $5,571 -0.6% | $395,400 |
| 2017 | $5,603 +15.9% | $395,400 +24% |
| 2016 | $4,835 +2.6% | $318,900 +6.5% |
| 2015 | $4,711 +3.4% | $299,500 +5.8% |
| 2014 | $4,556 +5.7% | $283,000 +4.2% |
| 2013 | $4,311 +10.8% | $271,500 |
| 2012 | $3,891 +4.6% | $271,500 -0.9% |
| 2011 | $3,720 +4.8% | $273,900 -4.4% |
| 2010 | $3,551 +8.3% | $286,600 -13.4% |
| 2009 | $3,280 +9.6% | $331,000 |
| 2008 | $2,992 +5.9% | $331,000 -3.4% |
| 2007 | $2,826 +2.7% | $342,600 +2.2% |
| 2006 | $2,752 +0.5% | $335,200 +6.3% |
| 2005 | $2,739 +5.2% | $315,200 +7.8% |
| 2004 | $2,604 +13.4% | $292,300 +78.9% |
| 2003 | $2,297 +3.8% | $163,400 |
| 2002 | $2,212 +5.1% | $163,400 +35.4% |
| 2000 | $2,104 +3.4% | $120,700 |
| 1999 | $2,034 | $120,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forestdale
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- 6/10Forestdale SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0 mi
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