79 Florence Ave

2,409 Sq. Ft.
$581 / Sq. Ft.
2,409
Sq. Ft.
$581
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This East Side Victorian is a true gem, blending timeless character w/ modern updates in an unbeatable location near Melrose Common, Winthrop School & vibrant downtown. This beloved, meticulously restored home features a 1st flr designed for comfort & style, including an updated showstopper kitchen w/ white & gray palette, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, island & window seat. The LR & DR offer soaring ceilings, crown molding, oak floors & fireplace. The 2nd flr has 3 spacious BDs, a Juliet...This East Side Victorian is a true gem, blending timeless character w/ modern updates in an unbeatable location near Melrose Common, Winthrop School & vibrant downtown. This beloved, meticulously restored home features a 1st flr designed for comfort & style, including an updated showstopper kitchen w/ white & gray palette, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, island & window seat. The LR & DR offer soaring ceilings, crown molding, oak floors & fireplace. The 2nd flr has 3 spacious BDs, a Juliet balcony, updated BA & bonus rm for storage, play or office. The 3rd flr features a primary suite w/ updated bath & office space. Updates include mini-splits (AC), newer roof & windows, plus a detached 2-car garage. Enjoy a front porch & rear deck overlooking a beautiful landscaped fenced yard. This is more than a home; it’s a piece of Melrose history, lovingly maintained and ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss your chance to make this Victorian treasure yours!

Listing Agents

  1. Suzanne & Company

    Suzanne & Company

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-496-8254

  2. Suzanne Koller

    Suzanne Koller

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781)-496-8254

Property Details for 79 Florence Avenue

Town
Melrose
MLS Area
Mount Hood
Area
MA-Melrose-Mount Hood, MA-Melrose
Architectural Style
Colonial, Victorian
Style
Colonial, Victorian
Garage Spaces
2
Open Parking Spaces
6.00
Parking Spaces Total
8
LISTING UPDATED: 04/24/2026 05:32 PM

Property Details for 79 Florence Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #73494680
Days on Market15
Taxes$9,508 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1890
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Sold By Compass, Geoff Strobeck

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Building Information for 79 Florence Avenue

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,382 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,769 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,976

Property Taxes

$792

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 79 Florence Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Stables, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2409.0
  • Color: Tan/Grey
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Winthrop
  • High School: Melrose
  • Middle School: Mvmms
  • Neighborhood: Eastside
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Bulkhead, 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
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Bonus Room, Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Fiber-Optic
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Wood, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 320.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 16.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 120.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 108.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 9.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 12.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 120.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 10.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 150.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 12.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Bathroom1 Length: 3.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 98.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 14.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 132.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Third
  • Bathroom3 Width: 11.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 204.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 17.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 264.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Kitchen Island,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Pendant,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 24.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 168.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 14.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • 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: Deck older. Complete new roof installed 2021: 25 yr warrantee for shingles,20 yr warrantee for flat/rubber area. High efficiency gas heating/hot water system-last 10 yrs. Fireplace not used,likely needs liner. Cat 5 to every room. Newer Andersen windows.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0E7 P:0000108,655895
  • Assessments: $960,400
  • Book: 0
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: URA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 7
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 79 Florence Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73494680

$1,400,000
Apr 16, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73494680

Apr 7, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73494680

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73494680

$1,400,000
04/16/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73494680

04/07/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73494680

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

Public Records for 79 Florence Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$479,700Additions$480,700Total$960,400
Tax Record2025$9,508 ($792 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,409 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,409 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt924 SqFtStories3Lot Size6,382 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0E7 P:0000108Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 79 Florence Avenue

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

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Horace Mann 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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