265 Main St

1,668 Sq. Ft.
$494 / Sq. Ft.
1,668
Sq. Ft.
$494
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover the charm and potential of 265 Main Street in Melrose, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home ready for its next chapter. This inviting property features high ceilings, a wonderful sense of space, and a flexible layout with great bones—ideal for bringing your vision to life. Inside, you'll find a bright and spacious family room filled with natural light from an abundance of windows, while the impressive ceiling height enhances the open feel. The living room offers a cozy gas fireplace, and charming built-in...Discover the charm and potential of 265 Main Street in Melrose, a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home ready for its next chapter. This inviting property features high ceilings, a wonderful sense of space, and a flexible layout with great bones—ideal for bringing your vision to life. Inside, you'll find a bright and spacious family room filled with natural light from an abundance of windows, while the impressive ceiling height enhances the open feel. The living room offers a cozy gas fireplace, and charming built-in china cabinets add character and timeless appeal. A private home office provides the perfect space for remote work or a quiet retreat. The home also includes a one-car garage and a lovely backyard with room to relax, garden, or entertain. Set in a phenomenal location, you're just moments from downtown Melrose, Sylvan Street Park, and the Oak Grove train station, making commuting, dining, shopping, and everyday conveniences incredibly accessible. Don't miss this opportunity to make this h

Listing Agents

  1. Gayle Winters

    Gayle Winters

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-699-0310

  2. Gayle Winters

    Gayle Winters

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617)-699-0310

Property Details for 265 Main Street

Town
Melrose
Area
MA-Melrose
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING UPDATED: 07/03/2026 03:06 AM

Property Details for 265 Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #73541011
Days on Market12
Taxes$7,326 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1925
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 265 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,456 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,717 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,106

Property Taxes

$611

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 265 Main Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Living Area: 1668.0
  • Color: Cream
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: School Board
  • High School: School Board
  • Middle School: School Board
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Family Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Office
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Slate
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 188.319444444
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.416666666
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 15.166666666
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 154.111111111
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.166666666
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.666666666
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 94.888888888
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 9.333333333
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 10.166666666
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 45.736111111
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.166666666
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 7.416666666
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 59.5
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.5
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 158.277777777
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Pendant
  • Dining Room Length: 12.833333333
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.333333333
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 187.5
  • Family Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Family Room Length: 12.5
  • Family Room Level: Main,First
  • Family Room Width: 15.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 121.916666666
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Exterior Access,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 12.833333333
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 9.5
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 190.222222222
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 10.666666666
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.833333333
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 46.972222222
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Room Office Length: 6.333333333
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 7.416666666
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Washer and dryer to be left as gifts Oil tank is disconnected & will not be removed prior to closing. Mass Save added new insulation about two years ago. Slate roof was checked and some tiles replaced in 2025. Termite issues found in basement in 2011 and remediated w/maintenance contract every year.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0C5 P:0000035,653628
  • Assessments: $740,000
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: URB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 265 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73541011

$824,000
Jun 24, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73541011

$849,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73541011

$824,000
06/24/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73541011

$849,000

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

Public Records for 265 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$395,200Additions$344,800Total$740,000
Tax Record2025$7,326 ($610 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,157 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,157 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt488 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,456 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925ZoningURBCountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0C5 P:0000035

Schools near 265 Main Street

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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265 Main Street is a single family home for sale in Melrose, MA 02176. This property was listed for sale on June 24, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $824,000. This listing's school district is Melrose School District. Nearby schools include Hoover Elementary School, Winthrop Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. 265 Main Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,668 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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