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2 beds962 sqft
79 Maple St, Melrose, MA 02176
Est: $2,784/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.05 acresLot Size
1900Year Built
$468/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

79 Maple Street presents a unique opportunity for those looking for their first home or those looking to downsize without transitioning into a condominium. This perfectly "right sized" home offers privacy and the independence of single family living, all situated in an enviable location that highlights the very best of Melrose and is a short stroll to the Wyoming Heights Commuter Rail, bus to the Oak Grove T Station, diverse shopping options, the seasonal Farmers Market, The Middlesex Fells Reservation,...79 Maple Street presents a unique opportunity for those looking for their first home or those looking to downsize without transitioning into a condominium. This perfectly "right sized" home offers privacy and the independence of single family living, all situated in an enviable location that highlights the very best of Melrose and is a short stroll to the Wyoming Heights Commuter Rail, bus to the Oak Grove T Station, diverse shopping options, the seasonal Farmers Market, The Middlesex Fells Reservation, schools, parks and a vibrant dining scene. If you have a vision of what you want your home to be, bring your ideas and make Maple Street your home..

Listing Agents

  1. Lisa Howitt

    Lisa Howitt

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 957-0521

    M: (617) 957-0521

  2. Leeman & Gately

    Leeman & Gately

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (781) 307-1243

    M: (781) 307-1243

6 days on Market
Last updated: 09/28/2026 07:44 PM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73581002

Location

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$2,784 per month

30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,402

Property Taxes

$382

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Property Information for 79 Maple Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,587 / year
  • MLS Type: Single Family / Detached
  • Town: Melrose
  • MLS Area: Wyoming
  • Area: MA-Melrose-Wyoming, MA-Melrose
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.05 AC / 1,999 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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Sidewalks
  • Living Area: 962.0
  • Color: Blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Apply
  • High School: Melrose High
  • Middle School: Mvmms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Concrete Floor
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • 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: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 231.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 21.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 130.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 10.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 42.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Vinyl,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Length: 7.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 169.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Exterior Access,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 231.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Exterior Access
  • Room Living Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: One window pane in the bay window in the living room has a crack. Kindly submit offers by 12:00 on Monday 9/28 and include online documents,pre approval and send to LA in one pdf. Please allow 24 hours for a response.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00A8 B:0000 L:015A,652367
  • Assessments: $399,900
  • Book: 20678
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: URA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 79 Maple Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 28, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73581002

—
Sep 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73581002

$449,900—
Jul 27, 1990

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87989783

$128,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/28/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73581002

—
09/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73581002

$449,900
07/27/1990

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #87989783

$128,900

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

Public Records for 79 Maple Street

Taxable ValueLand$226,100Additions$162,600Total$388,700
Tax Record2025$38 ($3 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt962 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt962 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt502 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,999 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1900ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0A8 P:000015A

Schools near 79 Maple 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
Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Horace Mann Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Winthrop 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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