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Last Sold Price
2 beds1,722 sqft
68 Hawley Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.11 acresLot Size
1953Year Built
$494/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to your very own private oasis nestled in the Horace Mann neighborhood and bordering conservation land, this updated Cape pairs chic style and modern comfort with natural beauty. Fantastic space for entertaining, the 1st fl, bonus 3 season porch plus LL FR, and the generously sized deck and patio will delight. The updated kitchen/dining area is a foodies’ dream, boasting SS appliances, sleek countertops and ample cabinet space. Adjoining this room, the 3-season porch expands your living space...Welcome to your very own private oasis nestled in the Horace Mann neighborhood and bordering conservation land, this updated Cape pairs chic style and modern comfort with natural beauty. Fantastic space for entertaining, the 1st fl, bonus 3 season porch plus LL FR, and the generously sized deck and patio will delight. The updated kitchen/dining area is a foodies’ dream, boasting SS appliances, sleek countertops and ample cabinet space. Adjoining this room, the 3-season porch expands your living space with electric fireplace. The front-to-back LR features a wood-burning FP and hosts HW floors, recessed lighting and a bay windows. Two spacious bedrooms with HW floors & storage galore as each room has THREE closets; the full bath rounds out the second level. The LL family room is a great flex space - as a playroom, office or guest room. Easy access to both Greenwood and Melrose Highlands commuter rail and a short jaunt to Melrose’s thriving downtown.
  • Listed by: Alison Socha Group • Leading Edge Real Estate
  • Listed by: Heidi Russo • Leading Edge Real Estate
Listing closed: 09/20/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73147439

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 68 Hawley Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,342 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Melrose
  • Area: MA-Melrose
  • Architectural Style: Cape
  • Style: Cape
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Spaces Total: 3
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1722.0
  • Color: Yellow
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Apply
  • High School: Mhs
  • Middle School: Mvmms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Walk Out, Interior Access, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Patio, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Lot Description: Easements
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Composite, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
  • 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: 238.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 187.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Length: 17.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Beadboard,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 192.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 340.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Vinyl,Wet Bar,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Length: 20.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 17.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 144.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Slider,Stainless Steel Appliances,Peninsula,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 437.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Picture,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 19.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public, Dead End
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Please see listing sheet and sellers' description of property. Measurements are estimated and vary between listing info & floor plans. *Living Area includes LL Family Room. **Portion of land is in Wakefield and is subject to annual land taxes (assessed value and taxes combined). Easement for porch.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:E15 P:0000001,660629
  • Assessments: $413,000
  • Book: 67550
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: URA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 68 Hawley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 20, 2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73147439

$850,000—
Aug 23, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73147439

—
Aug 23, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73147439

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/20/2023

Sold

MLS PIN #73147439

$850,000
08/23/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73147439

—
08/23/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73147439

—

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

Public Records for 68 Hawley Road

Taxable ValueLand$238,000Additions$191,900Total$429,900
Tax Record2025$4,256 ($355 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt768 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,999 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:E15 P:0000001Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 68 Hawley Road

This home is within Wakefield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Greenwood Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Galvin Middle School
Public5 to 8

Wakefield Memorial High School
Public9 to 12

Woodville School
PublicPK 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: 68 Hawley Road, Melrose, MA 02176
$850,000
2
1,722
5,000
–
2
1.5
1,345
3,250
–
3
2
1,888
7,501
$195,000
3
2
1,755
1,498
–
–
–
–
16,666
$177,000
3
2
2,325
7,501

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