Last Sold Price
4 beds1,988 sqft$397/sqft
255 Playstead Rd, Medford, MA 02155

Description

Location location lacation! This turn-key central entrance colonial home is located in a highly sought after West Medford neighborhood. This 20 year old well maintained home is a commuters dream. Walking distance to buses, commuter rail, schools, restaurants and shopping in West Medford Square. Harwood floors throughout with tiled kitchen and baths. The main level welcomes you into a spacious open concept eat-in kitchen with large island and granite counter tops. The kitchen opens up into the main...Location location lacation! This turn-key central entrance colonial home is located in a highly sought after West Medford neighborhood. This 20 year old well maintained home is a commuters dream. Walking distance to buses, commuter rail, schools, restaurants and shopping in West Medford Square. Harwood floors throughout with tiled kitchen and baths. The main level welcomes you into a spacious open concept eat-in kitchen with large island and granite counter tops. The kitchen opens up into the main living area with fireplace and french doors that lead out to an18X30 sun filled deck with plenty of space to entertain. Half bath located in hallway between dining room and living room. The second level offers 4 bedrooms with large closets and one full bath with laundry. The master bedroom contains large closet and en suite with jacuzzi bathtub. Pulldown stairs lead to an insulated attic with plenty of storage. Finished basement with game room and separated area with utilities and storage.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/20/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Darin Thompson • Stuart St James, Inc.

Property Details for 255 Playstead Road

Status
MLS #
72139620
Days on Market
9
Taxes
$7,274 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1997
Town
Medford
Area
MA-Medford
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$901,000

Avg days on market

33

Sale-to-list ratio

100.7%

Medford, MA

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Square Feet
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Acres
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Square Feet
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Stuart St James, Inc., Darin Thompson

Sold By Stuart St James, Inc., Darin Thompson

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Building Information for 255 Playstead Road

Stories-Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,044 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,622 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,015

Property Taxes

$606

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 255 Playstead Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 1988.0
  • 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: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Features: Finish - Cement Plaster, Finish - Sheetrock
  • Interior Features: Finish - Cement Plaster, Finish - Sheetrock, French Doors, Security System
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Screens, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Composite
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Insulated, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Improved Driveway, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Attic Vent Elec., Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:G04 B:0010,632112
  • Assessments: $688,800
  • Book: 27581
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 1.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 255 Playstead Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 20, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #599788035

$790,850

+10.3% / yr

Jun 20, 2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72139620

$790,000
Apr 11, 2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72139620

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #599788035

$790,850

+10.3% / yr

06/20/2017

Sold

MLS PIN #72139620

$790,000
04/11/2017

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72139620

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

Public Records for 255 Playstead Road

Taxable ValueLand$500,100Additions$570,400Total$1,070,500
Tax Record2025$9,420 ($785 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,988 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,988 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,044 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997CountyMIDDLESEXAPNMEDF M:G-04 B:0010

Schools near 255 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: 255 Playstead Road, Medford, MA 02155
$790,000
4
1,988
7,044
$305,402
4
$191,500
3
1,652
6,400
$580,000
4
2,876
7,932
$559,000
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1,449
6,320
$1
4
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