Welcome to the quiet, tree-lined desirable East side neighborhood of Melrose. This home features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths , three-season porch, hardwood floors and a spacious backyard. Entertain friends and family in the fireplaced living room and dining room with built in cabinetry. Enjoy your morning coffee in the sunroom with a cozy fireplace. An additional bonus room on the first floor would make a great home office. . The second floor offers three bedrooms, ample closet space and a full bath with double sink. The property also has a garage under and 1 off street parking space. There have been recent updates to the electrical and heating systems. This location is walkable to area schools, the Melrose Common park, and transportation.. Half bath in the basement provides the opportunity for an additional family room. You'll find this Cape has potential and is ready for your personal vision to make it your home.Open House Saturday September 6 from 10:AM to 12:00 PM
Sold for $850,000
$850,000
87 Whitman Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
3beds
2,282sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$1,339,100 Zestimate®
$372/sqft
$3,924 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,339,100
$1.14M - $1.61M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Thomas E. Brennan 781-454-9517,
T. R. E. Realty 781-454-9517
Bought with:
The Caceda Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73425300
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Second
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Half
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Double Vanity
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Level: First
- Area: 327.5
- Dimensions: 26.2 x 12.5
Heating
- Oil, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Pantry, Sun Room, Bonus Room
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Concrete
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,282
- Total interior livable area: 2,282 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,282
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Under, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters
Lot
- Size: 6,970 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: MELRM0E5P000081,655499
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Park, Medical Facility, House of Worship, Public School
Location
- Region: Melrose
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2025 | Sold | $850,000+1.3%$372/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73425300 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $839,000+379.7%$368/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73425300 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2002 | Sold | $174,900$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,477 +3% | $755,300 +3.3% |
| 2024 | $7,260 -0.8% | $731,100 +4.1% |
| 2023 | $7,316 +6.2% | $702,100 +7.7% |
| 2022 | $6,892 +3.1% | $652,000 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $6,684 -0.9% | $610,400 0% |
| 2020 | $6,746 +14.9% | $610,500 +12.4% |
| 2019 | $5,870 +4.7% | $543,000 +9.8% |
| 2018 | $5,604 +4% | $494,600 +8.3% |
| 2017 | $5,388 -2.6% | $456,600 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $5,530 +1.8% | $448,500 +7% |
| 2015 | $5,430 +4.5% | $419,000 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $5,198 +1% | $391,400 -0.9% |
| 2013 | $5,146 +4.5% | $394,900 +2.3% |
| 2012 | $4,924 +2.4% | $385,900 |
| 2011 | $4,808 +2.9% | $385,900 -0.3% |
| 2010 | $4,674 +2.6% | $387,200 -3.4% |
| 2009 | $4,555 +1.7% | $401,000 -6.6% |
| 2008 | $4,479 +4.2% | $429,400 -1.8% |
| 2007 | $4,300 +1.6% | $437,400 -0.5% |
| 2006 | $4,231 +3.8% | $439,400 +5% |
| 2005 | $4,076 +6.1% | $418,500 +25.5% |
| 2004 | $3,842 +3.4% | $333,500 +10% |
| 2003 | $3,714 +2.7% | $303,200 +9% |
| 2002 | $3,618 +5.1% | $278,100 +13.4% |
| 2000 | $3,442 +9.7% | $245,300 +22.9% |
| 1999 | $3,138 | $199,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hoover
- Middle: Melrose Middle
- High: Melrose High
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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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Melrose
- 02176
- East Side
- 87 Whitman Ave
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