Last Sold Price
3 beds2,089 sqft$345/sqft
53 Forest St, Stoneham, MA 02180

Description

Uncover the allure and practicality of this well maintained single-family raised ranch located in Stoneham. This delightful home boasts three bedrooms with generous closet space, one and a half bathrooms, and an inviting eat-in kitchen that seamlessly connects to the dining room, which is enhanced by multiple windows that flood the area with an abundance of natural light. The kitchen also grants access to a side deck, perfect for outdoor dining during the warmer months, making it a fantastic spot...Uncover the allure and practicality of this well maintained single-family raised ranch located in Stoneham. This delightful home boasts three bedrooms with generous closet space, one and a half bathrooms, and an inviting eat-in kitchen that seamlessly connects to the dining room, which is enhanced by multiple windows that flood the area with an abundance of natural light. The kitchen also grants access to a side deck, perfect for outdoor dining during the warmer months, making it a fantastic spot for entertaining! Additionally, there’s a bonus room ideal for a home office or workout area. Ample off-street parking is available with two driveways. Cherished by the same family for over 50 years, this residence presents a harmonious blend of comfort and convenience, catering to a desirable lifestyle. Enjoy access to nearby highways for easy commuting, as well as close proximity to shopping, dining, the Tri-Community Greenway Trailhead, and the Unicorn Public Golf Course. A timeless value!
LISTING CLOSED: 06/03/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Terri A. Maffeo • LAER Realty Partners

Property Details for 53 Forest Street

Status
MLS #
73361093
Days on Market
20
Taxes
$6,931 / year
HOA Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single Family / Detached
Year Built
1952
Town
Stoneham
Area
MA-Stoneham
Architectural Style
Raised Ranch
Style
Raised Ranch
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$775,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

106.7%

Stoneham, MA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of LAER Realty Partners, Terri A. Maffeo

Sold By Elite Realty Experts, LLC, Tina Almeida

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Building Information for 53 Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,202 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,237 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,660

Property Taxes

$578

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 53 Forest Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf Course, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School
  • Current Financing: Other
  • Living Area: 2089.0
  • Color: Brown
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • High School: Stoneham High
  • Middle School: Middle
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Range
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Home Office, Sun Room
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Storage Shed
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Deck - Wood
  • Lot Description: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 156.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 110.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 252.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
  • Bedroom3 Width: 18.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - 3/4,Closet - Linen
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 252.0
  • Dining Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 21.0
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 165.0
  • Kitchen Features: Exterior Access
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 286.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove
  • Room Living Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 22.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 147.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet
  • Room Office Length: 21.0
  • Room Office Level: First
  • Room Office Width: 7.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Seller makes no representations. Buyer and buyer’s agent must verify all information and perform their own due diligence. The sunroom is not heated. Washer and dryer being left as gifts "as is condition" Please note that two photos have been virtually staged for visualization.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 773131
  • Assessments: $677,500
  • Book: 11934
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Other
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 53 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 3, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73361093

$720,000
May 7, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73361093

Apr 22, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73361093

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/03/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73361093

$720,000
05/07/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73361093

04/22/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73361093

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

Public Records for 53 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$380,100Additions$297,400Total$677,500
Tax Record2025$6,931 ($578 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,089 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,089 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt864 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,202 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952Year Renovated1952ZoningRACountyMIDDLESEXAPNSTON M:21 B:000 L:243

Schools near 53 Forest Street

This home is within Stoneham School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Robin Hood Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Stoneham Middle School
Public5 to 8

Stoneham High School
Public9 to 12

South
PublicK to 4

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: 53 Forest Street, Stoneham, MA 02180
$720,000
3
2,089
10,202
$660,000
3
1,658
10,202
$164,500
2
10,100
3
1.5
2,067
20,386
$199,900
3
1.5
1,514
7,471
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1,700
6,970

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Listing Courtesy of LAER Realty Partners, Terri A. Maffeo

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