Last Sold Price
3 beds1,872 sqft$460/sqft
189 Playstead Rd, Medford, MA 02155

Description

Charming & full of character, this classic Gambrel offers timeless details & warm, inviting living spaces throughout. Hardwood floors flow through the home, while the sun-filled living room showcases custom built-ins, elegant French doors & a cozy fireplace perfect for relaxing evenings. Formal dining room features chair rail detail & additional custom built-ins, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers tile flooring, a gas stove, and a dining area w/ a convenient half...Charming & full of character, this classic Gambrel offers timeless details & warm, inviting living spaces throughout. Hardwood floors flow through the home, while the sun-filled living room showcases custom built-ins, elegant French doors & a cozy fireplace perfect for relaxing evenings. Formal dining room features chair rail detail & additional custom built-ins, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers tile flooring, a gas stove, and a dining area w/ a convenient half bath just off the kitchen. A bright sun-room leads to a screened-in porch overlooking the outdoors, providing the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms, second-floor laundry & a full bath, along with access to a walk-up attic offering excellent storage or future expansion potential. Additional highlights include a walkout basement with additional ample storage, one-car garage & a beautiful stone wall surrounding the driveway, adding to the home’s curb appeal.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/30/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Carol McDonald • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.

Property Details for 189 Playstead Road

Status
MLS #
73522600
Days on Market
23
Taxes
$7,655 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1930
Town
Medford
Area
MA-Medford
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
5

Location

Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Carol McDonald

Sold By Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors, Elizabeth Bain

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Building Information for 189 Playstead Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,665 SF

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$5,014 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,376

Property Taxes

$638

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 189 Playstead Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1872.0
  • Color: Red
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Concrete, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Walk-up Attic
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Porch - Screened, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Stone Wall, Porch, Porch - Screened
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 169.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 117.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom2 Length: 9.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 182.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 63.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 16.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 4.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 156.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Chair Rail
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 170.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Exterior Access
  • Family Room Length: 10.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 17.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 195.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dining Area,Exterior Access,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 8X9
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 252.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Cable Hookup
  • Room Living Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Buyers and buyers agents to perform due diligence. Some photos may be virtually enhanced.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:H04 B:0028,632851
  • Assessments: $869,900
  • Block: 0028
  • Book: 78398
  • Map: H-04
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: R
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Block
  • Foundation Area: 0.0
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 189 Playstead Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73522600

$861,000
Jun 13, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73522600

May 31, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73522600

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73522600

$861,000
06/13/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73522600

05/31/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73522600

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

Public Records for 189 Playstead Road

Taxable ValueLand$466,200Additions$403,700Total$869,900
Tax Record2025$7,655 ($638 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,872 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,872 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,665 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningSF1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNMEDF M:H-04 B:0028

Schools near 189 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: 189 Playstead Road, Medford, MA 02155
$861,000
3
1,872
5,665
$460,000
4
1,842
5,805
$599,000
3
1,820
5,450
$145,000
3
1,759
5,875
$238,000
3
1,495
5,050
3
1,548
6,030

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Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Inc., Carol McDonald

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