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5 beds3,126 sqft$250/sqft
181 Boston Rock Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,871 sq ftLot Size
1963Year Built
$250/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled atop Boston Rock with an emphasis on openness and efficiency, this gem offers a floor plan designed for living the good life. Combining function and elegant form, the kitchen is the literal heart of this home. Quartz counters, vintage-style La Cornue gas stove and custom cabinetry will inspire the chef within even the most uncertain cooks. The wood-burning fireplace is the focal point of the living room which opens to the kitchen, while the dining area, with skylight and pine ceiling, overlooks...Nestled atop Boston Rock with an emphasis on openness and efficiency, this gem offers a floor plan designed for living the good life. Combining function and elegant form, the kitchen is the literal heart of this home. Quartz counters, vintage-style La Cornue gas stove and custom cabinetry will inspire the chef within even the most uncertain cooks. The wood-burning fireplace is the focal point of the living room which opens to the kitchen, while the dining area, with skylight and pine ceiling, overlooks the yard. A luxurious escape, the master bedroom boasts dressing room and bath with soaking tub and double vanity. Three additional bedrooms and full bath with laundry complete the second level. LL hosts office, full bath and media room, plus garage and patio access. Private yard is perfect for relaxation & gatherings! This home can "work" for you: solar panels create opportunity to reduce your carbon footprint. Walkable to downtown shops and restaurants, Oak Grove and conservation.
  • Listed by: The Alison Socha Team • Leading Edge Real Estate
  • Listed by: Kim Izzi • Leading Edge Real Estate
Listing closed: 08/31/2017 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72187105

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Listing Courtesy of Leading Edge Real Estate, The Alison Socha Team; Leading Edge Real Estate, Kim Izzi

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Property Information for 181 Boston Rock Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $7,118 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Melrose
  • Area: MA-Melrose
  • Style: Split Entry
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,871 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 3126.0
  • Color: White
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Apply
  • High School: Mhs
  • Middle School: Mvmms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Other, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Marble, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bathroom, Office, Media Room, Play Room, Mud Room, Wired for Surround Sound
  • Interior Features: Wired for Surround Sound, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Deck, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Generation: Solar
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewage District: MWRA
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 210.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Dressing Room,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 15.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 72.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail
  • Bedroom2 Length: 9.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 8.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 99.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 108.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 9.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 90.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: First
  • Bedroom5 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 88.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub,Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom1 Length: 11.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 50.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 100.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Wainscoting
  • Bathroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 10.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 100.0
  • Dining Room Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Length: 10.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 10.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 165.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,French Doors,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 15.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 11.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 220.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 195.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Cable Hookup,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 63.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Marble
  • Room Office Length: 9.0
  • Room Office Level: Basement
  • Room Office Width: 7.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: As with all our properties,please see listing sheet and sellers' description of property. Measurements are estimated and vary between listing info & floor plans. Solar panels are leased,please review documentation.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 653687
  • Assessments: $603,200
  • Book: 1275
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: URA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels: Split Entry, Multi/Split
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 181 Boston Rock Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 31, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #604880647

$780,000

+3.4% / yr

Aug 31, 2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72187105

$780,000
Jun 27, 2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72187105

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/31/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #604880647

$780,000

+3.4% / yr

08/31/2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72187105

$780,000
06/27/2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72187105

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

Public Records for 181 Boston Rock Road

Taxable ValueLand$492,400Additions$533,700Total$1,026,100
Tax Record2025$10,158 ($846 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,126 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,126 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt350 SqFtStories1Lot Size8,782 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0C5 P:0000102Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 181 Boston Rock Road

This home is within Melrose School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Hoover Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Winthrop Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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: 181 Boston Rock Road, Melrose, MA 02176
$780,000
5
3,126
8,871
$400,000
3
2,694
8,500
$214,500
3
11,064
$676,500
3
1,738
7,130
$328,500
3
1,848
6,358
$635,000
3
1,425
6,909

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