26 Garfield Rd

3,600 Sq. Ft.
$303 / Sq. Ft.
3,600
Sq. Ft.
$303
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on one of Melrose’s most desirable tree-lined streets, this spacious 4-bdrm +, 3-bath split Cape on Garfield Rd offers big space in a serene beautiful neighborhood! Love the expansive, sun-filled LR featuring a fireplace & views of the front & back yard & the generous DR connects to a spacious kitchen w/a slider leading to a big deck & nice flat yard—perfect for entertaining, play or relaxing outdoors.The layout offers 2 bdrms on the main level & 2 additional bdrms on the 3rd, providing excellent...Nestled on one of Melrose’s most desirable tree-lined streets, this spacious 4-bdrm +, 3-bath split Cape on Garfield Rd offers big space in a serene beautiful neighborhood! Love the expansive, sun-filled LR featuring a fireplace & views of the front & back yard & the generous DR connects to a spacious kitchen w/a slider leading to a big deck & nice flat yard—perfect for entertaining, play or relaxing outdoors.The layout offers 2 bdrms on the main level & 2 additional bdrms on the 3rd, providing excellent separation of space. The 1st level includes a large FRM/Rec RM w/another FP, Office & Full BA, making it an excellent setup for extended family or potential in-law suite. 2-car garage w/direct entry, plus an additional detached rear garage ideal for storage/workshop. Tucked away yet close to everything...less than a mile from the MBTA Commuter rail & just a block from the Orange Line bus, & moments from bustling Melrose Square, restuarants, shopping, The Common & major rts!

Listing Agents

  1. Leeman & Gately

    Leeman & Gately

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-307-1243

  2. Lorraine Gately

    Lorraine Gately

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-844-5191

  3. Jill Leeman

    Jill Leeman

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-307-1243

Property Details for 26 Garfield Road

Town
Melrose
Area
MA-Melrose
Architectural Style
Cape, Split Entry
Style
Cape
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6
LISTING UPDATED: 05/06/2026 11:34 AM

Property Details for 26 Garfield Road

StatusUnder Agreement
MLS #73509872
Days on Market7
Taxes$9,262 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1940
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 26 Garfield Road

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,799 SF

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$6,256 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,484

Property Taxes

$772

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 26 Garfield Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 3600.0
  • Color: Blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Lottery
  • High School: Melrose
  • Middle School: Melrose
  • Neighborhood: Bellevue CC
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Garage Access, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Lighting - Overhead, Office
  • Laundry Features: Walk-in Storage
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Deck
  • Lot Description: Level, Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Work Area, Side Entry, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Work Area, Side Entry, Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 264.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 22.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 144.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Main,Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 120.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Main,Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 156.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 837.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Length: 31.0
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Family Room Width: 27.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 132.0
  • Kitchen Features: Closet,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Peninsula
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,Second
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 11X9
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 460.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,Second
  • Room Living Room Width: 20.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 154.0
  • Room Office Features: Bathroom - Full,Exterior Access,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Office Length: 14.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Speak with listing agent about 2nd driveway and garage out back and any and all disclosures. All floor plans,pictures and videos are for marketing purposes only. Buyers to do their own due-diligence. Two cracked windows panes will be fixed before closing.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0E9 P:0000082,656117
  • Assessments: $935,600
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: URA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Cooling Zones: 6
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 26 Garfield Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 6, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73509872

May 6, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73509872

Apr 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73509872

$1,089,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/06/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73509872

05/06/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73509872

04/29/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73509872

$1,089,000

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

Public Records for 26 Garfield Road

Taxable ValueLand$520,600Additions$415,000Total$935,600
Tax Record2025$9,262 ($772 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,600 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,600 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt480 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,799 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0E9 P:0000082Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26 Garfield 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
Horace Mann Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hoover Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Winthrop 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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