Victorian-era SF offers 5BRs, 2.5BAs, and approx. 2,000 sqft across 3 flrs. Main level has traditional layout, but large front + rear picture windows and glass doors invite great light and visual connection to fenced yard. Kitchen and baths are straightforward, functional. All new appliances. Systems updated: new roof (2025), 200 amp electrical, tankless WH (2024), Mitsubishi mini-split HVAC (2025), and triple-pane windows (2024). Full basement with excellent ceiling height offers future potential. Fully fenced backyard includes hot tub (2023), majestic tree canopy, and some edible garden plantings. Detached 1-car garage and long driveway. Close to Tufts, Green Line, Davis Sq, Medford Sq, and Mystic River paths. Strong mechanicals, smart improvements, and great outdoor space in a terrific central Medford location.
Sold for $1,008,500
$1,008,500
87 College Ave, Medford, MA 02155
5beds
1,827sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
6,493 Square Feet Lot
$1,017,000 Zestimate®
$552/sqft
$6,064 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,017,000
$946,000 - $1.10M
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Hot tubNew appliancesMajestic tree canopyEdible garden plantingsGreat outdoor spaceFully fenced backyardGlass doors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Boston Home Team 617-249-4237,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty 617-522-2200,
B. J. Ray 617-224-8980
Bought with:
Padmavathi Bhimana
Key Prime Realty LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73431502
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Heat Pump, Ductless
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Tankless Water Heater, Range, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Other
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,827
- Total interior livable area: 1,827 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,827
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Covered
- Exterior features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck, Hot Tub/Spa, Fenced Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Frontage length: 60.00
Lot
- Size: 6,493 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: M:Q08 B:0012,642693
- Zoning: SF Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
- Subdivision: Medford Hillside
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Medford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $552/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $872,400
- Annual tax amount: $7,973
- Date on market: 12/27/2025
- Listing terms: Contract
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Listing removed | $6,500$4/sqft |
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| 3/23/2026 | Price change | $6,500+10.2%$4/sqft |
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| 1/25/2026 | Price change | $5,900-7.8%$3/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,400+6.7%$4/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $1,008,500+1.1%$552/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Contingent | $998,000$546/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Price change | $998,000-7.2%$546/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,075,000+11.4%$588/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Listing removed | $6,000$3/sqft |
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| 7/21/2025 | Price change | $6,000-4.8%$3/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,300$3/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listing removed | $6,300$3/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $6,300+5%$3/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $6,000$3/sqft |
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| 10/13/2023 | Sold | $965,000+1.6%$528/sqft |
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| 9/20/2023 | Contingent | $950,000$520/sqft |
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| 9/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $950,000+100%$520/sqft |
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| 6/30/2004 | Sold | $475,000+58.9%$260/sqft |
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| 7/15/1999 | Sold | $299,000+75.9%$164/sqft |
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| 4/23/1999 | Sold | $170,000+25.9%$93/sqft |
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| 11/21/1990 | Sold | $135,000$74/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,315 | $741,200 |
| 2024 | $6,315 +4.1% | $741,200 +5.7% |
| 2023 | $6,065 +7% | $701,200 +11.5% |
| 2022 | $5,667 +0.5% | $629,000 +5% |
| 2021 | $5,638 +0.3% | $599,100 -2.2% |
| 2020 | $5,623 +4% | $612,500 +8.8% |
| 2019 | $5,407 +5.8% | $563,200 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $5,110 +4.6% | $499,000 +7.9% |
| 2017 | $4,883 +3.2% | $462,400 +9.3% |
| 2016 | $4,733 +1.7% | $423,000 +6.3% |
| 2015 | $4,655 +3% | $397,900 +7.9% |
| 2014 | $4,519 +3% | $368,900 +3.9% |
| 2013 | $4,387 +4.5% | $354,900 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $4,198 +2.9% | $349,000 -0.7% |
| 2011 | $4,081 +5.8% | $351,500 |
| 2010 | $3,859 -1.3% | $351,500 -9.4% |
| 2009 | $3,909 +1.4% | $387,800 -8.3% |
| 2008 | $3,856 +0.2% | $422,800 -2.4% |
| 2007 | $3,849 -6.8% | $433,000 -4.5% |
| 2006 | $4,129 +7.6% | $453,200 +11.4% |
| 2005 | $3,837 +2.8% | $406,900 +3.3% |
| 2004 | $3,734 +4.8% | $393,900 +46.8% |
| 2003 | $3,564 +4.7% | $268,400 +1.3% |
| 2002 | $3,404 +26.3% | $264,900 +56.5% |
| 2000 | $2,695 +19% | $169,300 +15.8% |
| 1999 | $2,265 | $146,200 |
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