Last Sold Price
3 beds1,696 sqft$619/sqft
165 Playstead Rd, Medford, MA 02155

Description

Live in the heart of cozy West Medford & enjoy the outdoors in this adorable Tudor style cape! Located on a beautiful tree lined rd .4 miles to W. Medford Comm Rail, steps from Fells trail head, parks, restaurants, Mystic Lakes & Winchester Line; this home that welcomes you to the outdoors will melt your heart. 1st floor offers updated kitchen w/stone counters, stainless steel appls (new fridge/stove) & peninsula open into dining room, 1/2 BA & 1BR. Living room is complete w/ fireplace & other period...Live in the heart of cozy West Medford & enjoy the outdoors in this adorable Tudor style cape! Located on a beautiful tree lined rd .4 miles to W. Medford Comm Rail, steps from Fells trail head, parks, restaurants, Mystic Lakes & Winchester Line; this home that welcomes you to the outdoors will melt your heart. 1st floor offers updated kitchen w/stone counters, stainless steel appls (new fridge/stove) & peninsula open into dining room, 1/2 BA & 1BR. Living room is complete w/ fireplace & other period details; crown molding & arched doorway to the sunroom; a glass door opens up onto covered deck overlooking fenced yard w/ architect designed perennial garden, bluestone patio/pavers & irrigation. A central staircase grounds the living space & invites you up to the 2nd fl where there are 2BRs w/ generous closet space & full BA. Updated LL makes for ideal family rm, office, guest & exercise space w/add'l storage & lndry rm. Garage, electric car charger & drive for 3 cars complete this home.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/18/2024 12:00 AM

Listing Agents

  1. Savenor Berkery Group

    Savenor Berkery Group

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 784-3023

    M: (617) 784-3023

  2. Merrill Berkery

    Merrill Berkery

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 785-9940

    M: (617) 785-9940

  3. Nichole Bookwalter Savenor

    Nichole Bookwalter Savenor

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 784-3023

    M: (617) 784-3023

Property Details for 165 Playstead Road

Status
MLS #
73288926
Days on Market
6
Taxes
$7,427 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1931
Town
Medford
MLS Area
West Medford
Area
MA-Medford
Architectural Style
Tudor
Style
Tudor
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$965,000

Avg days on market

19

Sale-to-list ratio

106.6%

Medford, MA

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Location

Sold By RE/MAX Destiny, Joe Kobialka

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Building Information for 165 Playstead Road

Stories-Year Built1931Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,098 SF

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$5,956 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,337

Property Taxes

$619

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 165 Playstead Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1696.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: RES
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Basement family room does not have a separate heat source,retains warmth from indirect proximity to the boiler. Solar leased at ~$100/month. Panels cover about 82% of the home's electricity usage. New rubber roof over sunrm. LL bath is not in public record & is being sold as is. Ask about easement
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 632845
  • Assessments: $871,700
  • Book: 64792
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 165 Playstead Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 18, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73288926

$1,050,000
Sep 17, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73288926

Sep 17, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73288926

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/18/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73288926

$1,050,000
09/17/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73288926

09/17/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73288926

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 165 Playstead Road

Taxable ValueLand$452,200Additions$476,000Total$928,200
Tax Record2025$8,168 ($681 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,696 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,696 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931CountyMIDDLESEXAPNMEDF M:H-04 B:0022

Schools near 165 Playstead Road

This home is within Medford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Brooks School
PublicPK to 5

Andrews Middle School
Public6 to 8

Medford High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 165 Playstead Road, Medford, MA 02155
$1,050,000
3
1,696
5,098
$965,000
3
1,500
5,592
$875,000
3
1,668
5,635
3
1,412
5,230
3
1,798
5,060
$1
3
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5,790

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