Are you looking for the perfect starter home(or to downsize) in Melrose? Located on a pretty tree-lined street in the highly coveted "East Side", this stylishly renovated 2 bed/1 bath condo is in move-in condition. The spacious foyer welcomes you to this charmer with so many thoughtful touches including: sliding doors, built-in china cabinet, chair rail molding, tin ceiling & hardwood floors. The warmth one feels from the natural light that pours in is evident. Bright Kitchen w/ granite counters, new SS apps & pantry w/ desk area. Minutes to major routes & also walkable to the Wyoming Commuter Rail Station & the many shops that beautiful downtown Melrose is known for. Enjoy off-street parking & relaxing while soaking in the peaceful views from either your front porch or overlooking the lush backyard from your back deck. Offers due by Tuesday, 9/12 at 12:00 PM. Won't last!
Sold for $550,000
$550,000
88 Malvern St, Melrose, MA 02176
2beds
1,000sqft
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$610,800 Zestimate®
$550/sqft
$2,724 Estimated rent
Home value
$610,800
$580,000 - $641,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Team Ladner 781-715-3960,
RE/MAX Harmony 781-587-0528,
David Ladner 781-715-3960
Bought with:
Zack Harwood Real Estate Group
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73154745
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Slider, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Laundry: In Basement, Common Area, In Building, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Closet, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Below
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch, Storage, Garden, Rain Gutters
Details
- Parcel number: 4520601
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1900
- Major remodel year: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Community & neighborhood
Community
- 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, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $215 monthly
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2023 | Sold | $550,000+10%$550/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73154745 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2023 | Listed for sale | $499,900+29.8%$500/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73154745 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2016 | Sold | $385,000+2.7%$385/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2016 | Pending sale | $375,000$375/sqft |
Source: Brad Hutchinson Real Estate #72037747 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2016 | Listed for sale | $375,000$375/sqft |
Source: Brad Hutchinson Real Estate #72037747 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2016 | Listing removed | $375,000$375/sqft |
Source: Brad Hutchinson Real Estate #72037747 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2016 | Pending sale | $375,000$375/sqft |
Source: Brad Hutchinson Real Estate #72037747 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $375,000+31.6%$375/sqft |
Source: Brad Hutchinson Real Estate #72037747 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2012 | Sold | $285,000-1.4%$285/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2012 | Listed for sale | $289,000-2%$289/sqft |
Source: Hammond Residential R. E. #71360857 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2005 | Sold | $295,000+38.8%$295/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/1991 | Sold | $212,500$213/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,116 +4% | $516,800 +4.4% |
| 2024 | $4,917 -2% | $495,200 +2.8% |
| 2023 | $5,018 +2.6% | $481,600 +4.1% |
| 2022 | $4,890 -0.5% | $462,600 +3.1% |
| 2021 | $4,915 -0.9% | $448,900 +0% |
| 2020 | $4,959 +8.8% | $448,800 +6.5% |
| 2019 | $4,557 +12.5% | $421,600 +17.9% |
| 2018 | $4,052 +11.2% | $357,600 +15.8% |
| 2017 | $3,643 +3.1% | $308,700 +7.7% |
| 2016 | $3,533 +1.1% | $286,500 +6.3% |
| 2015 | $3,494 +0.7% | $269,600 +3.2% |
| 2014 | $3,469 +6.4% | $261,200 +4.4% |
| 2013 | $3,261 +13.4% | $250,300 +11% |
| 2012 | $2,876 +2.4% | $225,400 |
| 2011 | $2,808 +1.6% | $225,400 -1.6% |
| 2010 | $2,765 +3.8% | $229,100 -2.3% |
| 2009 | $2,665 +7.2% | $234,600 -1.6% |
| 2008 | $2,485 +6.7% | $238,300 +0.6% |
| 2007 | $2,329 +2.1% | $236,900 |
| 2006 | $2,281 -1.1% | $236,900 |
| 2005 | $2,307 | $236,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Mvmms
- 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
- 88 Malvern St
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