5 Sylvia Rd

2,651 Sq. Ft.
$332 / Sq. Ft.
2,651
Sq. Ft.
$332
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Edward oakes house (c.1729)single family georgian colonial rich with history and brimming with potential nestled at 5 sylvia road has been on the national register of historic properties (not in historical district)since 1980 whose earliest elements (the 4 front rooms)date to as early as 1729. It is believed the house when built had connections to the tufts family. The 3 story residence includes lr/dr/mudroom,3 bedrooms 2.5 baths,five 18th century fireplaces 2 with bake ovens. Wide pine floors and...Edward oakes house (c.1729)single family georgian colonial rich with history and brimming with potential nestled at 5 sylvia road has been on the national register of historic properties (not in historical district)since 1980 whose earliest elements (the 4 front rooms)date to as early as 1729. It is believed the house when built had connections to the tufts family. The 3 story residence includes lr/dr/mudroom,3 bedrooms 2.5 baths,five 18th century fireplaces 2 with bake ovens. Wide pine floors and original paneling in a number of rooms as well as visible post-and-beam construction on the interior of all 3 floors. Ideal commuter location (buses 96 & 101)connecting mbta bus lines, close to medford tufts station & campus, w/ reasonable access to i-93,routes 16 & 28 and assembly row. See attachments in "documents" for additional information. Open houses 1/17 & 1/18 11:30 - 1:30. Offers due 1/20 by 5:00 don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of history, ready for a new chapter..
  1. Listed by Constance Botticelli • Century 21 North East

Property Details for 5 Sylvia Road

Town
Medford
MLS Area
Tufts University
Area
MA-Medford-Tufts University, MA-Medford
Architectural Style
Colonial, Georgian
Style
Colonial, Georgian
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
4
LISTING UPDATED: 01/19/2026 03:09 AM

Property Details for 5 Sylvia Road

StatusActive
MLS #73468701
Days on Market6
Taxes$7,493 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1729
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 5 Sylvia Road

Stories-Year Built1729Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,814 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,913 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,288

Property Taxes

$624

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5 Sylvia Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 2651.0
  • Color: Brown
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Certified Historic
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Location/School
  • Grade School: Missituk
  • High School: Medford High
  • Middle School: Mcglynn/Andrews
  • Neighborhood: Tufts Area
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet, Open Floorplan, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Attic Access, Mud Room, Office, Bonus Room, Walk-up Attic, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Fiber-Optic, Security System, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Sink, First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame, Post & Beam
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 254.79
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.9
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.1
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 238.28
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Crown Molding
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.8
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 16.1
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 139.7
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.7
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 238.428
  • Dining Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Closet,Flooring - Wood,Wainscoting,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 14.8
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.11
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 302.4
  • Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Countertops - Paper Based,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Chair Rail,Open Floorplan,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead
  • Kitchen Length: 24.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.6
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 239.7
  • Room Living Room Features: Beamed Ceilings,Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.1
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 17.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 139.15
  • Room Office Features: Ceiling - Beamed,Ceiling - Vaulted,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Attic Access
  • Room Office Length: 12.1
  • Room Office Level: Third
  • Room Office Width: 11.5
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Fireplaces are insulated but not lined.Not used since 1986. Evaluate for future use.Property in not in an Historical District. Buyers & Buyers Agent responsible for all due diligence.Property is being sold in"as is" condition .Floor plans for informational purposes.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Contract
  • Tax ID: M:P09 B:0013.A,641898
  • Assessments: $868,300
  • Book: 123
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Heat Zones: 2
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 5 Sylvia Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73468701

$879,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/15/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73468701

$879,900

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

Public Records for 5 Sylvia Road

Taxable ValueLand$342,400Additions$461,500Total$803,900
Tax Record2025$7,074 ($590 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,651 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,651 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,814 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1780CountyMIDDLESEXAPNMEDF M:P-09 B:0013.A

Schools near 5 Sylvia 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
John J McGlynn Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Andrews Middle School
Public6 to 8

Medford High School
Public9 to 12

Curtis-Tufts 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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5 Sylvia Road is a single family home for sale in Medford, MA 02155. This property was listed for sale on January 15, 2026 by Century 21 North East, it's currently listed at $879,900. This listing's school district is Medford School District. Nearby schools include John J McGlynn Elementary School, Andrews Middle School and Medford High School. 5 Sylvia Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,651 sqft single family home built in 1729.

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