Located in the highly sought-after Horace Mann neighborhood, this charming home offers the perfect opportunity to make it your own. Perched atop a beautiful lot, the property features a newly paved driveway, a spacious yard, and a large detached shed for additional storage.Inside, the kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area, creating a functional and inviting space for everyday living. The main level also includes a comfortable living room and a generously sized bedroom. Upstairs, you’ll find a large second bedroom with a separate nook—ideal for a home office, gaming area, or cozy reading space.The partially finished, heated basement offers even more versatility with cedar closet storage and a washer and dryer. This space could easily serve as a family room, workout area, or additional living space.This sweet home is full of potential and ready for its next chapter.
Sold for $636,000
$636,000
98 Boardman Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
2beds
1,370sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
5,001 Square Feet Lot
$798,700 Zestimate®
$464/sqft
$2,882 Estimated rent
Home value
$798,700
$711,000 - $895,000
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Partially finished heated basementNewly paved drivewayGenerously sized bedroomWasher and dryerSpacious yardCedar closet storage
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Listed by:
Danielle Gahagan 617-593-8303,
Reference Real Estate 781-342-0052
Bought with:
Lisa Sheehan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73481424
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, French Doors
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Kitchen Island, Gas Stove
- Level: Main,First
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Wood
- Level: First
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,370
- Total interior livable area: 1,370 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,370
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Exterior features: Storage, Fenced Yard
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,001 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: M:E13 P:0000056,660395
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
- Subdivision: Horace Mann
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2026 | Sold | $636,000+28.5%$464/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73481424 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Contingent | $495,000$361/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73481424 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $495,000+37.5%$361/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73481424 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2006 | Sold | $360,000$263/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,366 +2.4% | $643,000 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $6,214 -0.9% | $625,800 +4% |
| 2023 | $6,272 +6.5% | $601,900 +8.1% |
| 2022 | $5,887 +3.1% | $557,000 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $5,709 -0.9% | $521,400 |
| 2020 | $5,761 +13.4% | $521,400 +11% |
| 2019 | $5,079 +3.6% | $469,800 +8.5% |
| 2018 | $4,904 +4.3% | $432,800 +8.7% |
| 2017 | $4,700 +1.4% | $398,300 +5.9% |
| 2016 | $4,636 +0.5% | $376,000 +5.6% |
| 2015 | $4,615 +5.2% | $356,100 +7.8% |
| 2014 | $4,388 +14.7% | $330,400 +12.6% |
| 2013 | $3,824 +3.3% | $293,500 +1.1% |
| 2012 | $3,703 +2.4% | $290,200 |
| 2011 | $3,616 +3.2% | $290,200 |
| 2010 | $3,503 +1.8% | $290,200 -4.2% |
| 2009 | $3,442 -0.6% | $303,000 -8.8% |
| 2008 | $3,464 +9.2% | $332,100 +2.9% |
| 2007 | $3,173 +2.3% | $322,800 +0.2% |
| 2006 | $3,102 +3.8% | $322,100 +5% |
| 2005 | $2,988 +8.9% | $306,800 +28.8% |
| 2004 | $2,744 +3.4% | $238,200 +10% |
| 2003 | $2,653 +2.6% | $216,600 +9% |
| 2002 | $2,585 +8% | $198,700 +16.5% |
| 2000 | $2,394 -3.5% | $170,600 +8.1% |
| 1999 | $2,481 | $157,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 02176
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Horace Mann
- High: Melrose High School
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
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- 98 Boardman Ave
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