8 Roland Street

Sold 8/27/24

Last Sold Price

$675,000

3 beds1 bath1,239 sqft$545/sqft

8 Roland St, Medford, MA 02155

Description

Nestled on a dead-end street in sought-after West Medford, this charming Cape-style home offers a ton of potential in an ideal location. Perfectly situated for commuters, it boasts easy access to the commuter rail and is in close proximity to Brooks Elementary School as well as vibrant communities Somerville and Arlington. Embrace the opportunity to transform this cozy residence into your dream home, infusing it with your personal style. Add your personal touches or expand upon the existing footprint...Nestled on a dead-end street in sought-after West Medford, this charming Cape-style home offers a ton of potential in an ideal location. Perfectly situated for commuters, it boasts easy access to the commuter rail and is in close proximity to Brooks Elementary School as well as vibrant communities Somerville and Arlington. Embrace the opportunity to transform this cozy residence into your dream home, infusing it with your personal style. Add your personal touches or expand upon the existing footprint with the potential provided by the expansive double lot. The main level features a living room, dining room adorned with a fireplace, kitchen with newer refrigerator and range, a spacious bedroom, den and full bathroom. Upstairs, there are two more large bedrooms with vaulted ceilings. Beyond the home, the property extends to include a 5,600 sqft. lot adjacent to Valley Park Street, providing ample outdoor space for relaxation and recreation. Extra lot is not developable.

LISTING CLOSED: 08/27/2024 12:00 AM

Listed by Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Mark Garbino • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Stephen McKenna • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 8 Roland Street

Status

Sold

MLS #

73258366

Days on Market

Taxes

$5,605 / year

HOA Fees

Property Type

Single Family

MLS Type

Single Family / Detached

Year Built

1949

County

Middlesex County

Town

Medford

Area

MA-Medford

Architectural Style

Cape

Style

Cape

Garage Spaces

Open Parking Spaces

.00

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$700,000

Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

101.5%

1/38

$720,000

Sold 12/19/24

3
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1,192
Square Feet: 0.08
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Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1,092
Square Feet: 0.08
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Bathrooms: 1,376
Square Feet: 0.14
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Bedrooms: 1
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Square Feet: 0.22
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126 Fern Road, Medford, MA 02155

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Mark Garbino; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Stephen McKenna

Sold By ERA Key Realty Services- Fram, Michael O'Brien

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Building Information for 8 Roland Street

Stories-Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,300 SF

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$3,898 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,431

Property Taxes

$467

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 8 Roland Street

General Details

Property Details

Building Area Units: Square Feet
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station

Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
Living Area: 1239.0
Color: White
SqFt with Basement: No
Property Attached: No
Single Family Type: Detached
Waterfront: No
Year Built Details: Actual
Year Built Source: Public Records

Location/School

Grade School: Brooks
High School: Medford Hs

Features

Interior Features

Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Basement Features: Full, Walk Out, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Unfinished Basement

Num of Baths: 1.0
Num of Full Baths: 1
Num of Half Baths: 0
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room
FireplaceYN: Yes
Fireplaces: 1
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood
Interior Features: Den
Interior Features: Window AC
Laundry Features: In Basement
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
SpaYN: No

Exterior Features

Construction: Frame
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Storage Shed

Exterior Features: Storage Shed
Lot Description: Easements, Level
Roof Material: Shingle

Parking Features

Covered Spaces: .00
Garage: No

Open Parking: Yes

Utilities

Cooling: Window AC
Cooling: Yes

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating: Forced Air, Oil
Heating: Yes
Sewer: City/Town Sewer
Water: Public

Room Information

Primary Bedroom

Room Primary Bedroom Area: 168.0
Room Primary Bedroom Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Laminate

Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0

Bedroom 2

Bedroom2 Area: 196.0
Bedroom2 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Flooring - Vinyl

Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom2 Width: 14.0

Bedroom 3

Bedroom3 Area: 192.0
Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
Bedroom3 Level: Main,First
Bedroom3 Width: 16.0

Bathroom 1

Bathroom1 Area: 40.0
Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Laminate

Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
Bathroom1 Width: 5.0

Dining Room

Dining Room Area: 143.0
Dining Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Lighting - Pendant

Dining Room Length: 13.0
Dining Room Level: Main,First
Dining Room Width: 11.0

Kitchen

Kitchen Area: 132.0
Kitchen Features: Exterior Access

Kitchen Length: 12.0
Kitchen Level: Main,First
Kitchen Width: 11.0

Living Room

Room Living Room Area: 156.0
Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Room Living Room Length: 12.0
Room Living Room Level: Main,First
Room Living Room Width: 13.0

Property Information

Property Info

Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
WARRANTY: No

Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Disclosures: Lot size total includes 5,600 sqft. from additional lot that conveys. Sewer easement on the additional lot. Some photos are virtually staged. Estate sale. Property to be sold as is.

Tax Information

Tax ID: M:M05 B:0043,638810
Assessments: $616,100

Book: 81300
Tax Year: 2024
Zoning: SF1

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics

Beds Total: 3

Other Building Characteristics

Foundation: Block

Complex & Association Information

Adult Community: No

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info

Buyer Broker Comp: 2
Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 8 Roland Street

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 27, 2024	Sold MLS PIN #73258366	$675,000	—
Jul 27, 2024	Under Agreement MLS PIN #73258366		—
Jul 10, 2024	Contingent MLS PIN #73258366		—
Jun 27, 2024	Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73258366	$689,000	—
Dec 18, 2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #326614730	$1	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/27/2024	Sold MLS PIN #73258366	$675,000
07/27/2024	Under Agreement MLS PIN #73258366	—
07/10/2024	Contingent MLS PIN #73258366	—
06/27/2024	Listed (Active) MLS PIN #73258366	$689,000
12/18/2007	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #326614730	$1

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

Public Records for 8 Roland Street

Taxable ValueLand$443,700Additions$196,100Total$639,800

Tax Record2025$5,630 ($469 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,239 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,239 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,700 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1949ZoningSF1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNMEDF M:M-05 B:0043

Schools near 8 Roland Street

This home is within Medford School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Brooks School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	0.2 mi
6/10	Andrews Middle School	Public - Nearby school	6 to 8	1.4 mi
5/10	Medford High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	0.7 mi
NR	Medford Vocational Technical High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.7 mi
5/10	Roberts Elementary School	Public - Nearby school	PK to 5	1.3 mi
NR	Curtis-Tufts High School	Public - Choice school	10 to 12	1.5 mi
NR	St Joseph Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.5 mi
NR	St Raphael Elementary School	Private - Nearby school	PK to 8	0.5 mi
NR	New England Christian Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 10	0.8 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Brooks School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	0.2 mi
6/10	Andrews Middle School Public6 to 8 Nearby school	1.4 mi
5/10	Medford High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	0.7 mi
NR	Medford Vocational Technical High School Public9 to 12 Nearby school	0.7 mi
5/10	Roberts Elementary School PublicPK to 5 Nearby school	1.3 mi
NR	Curtis-Tufts High School Public10 to 12 Choice school	1.5 mi
NR	St Joseph Elementary School PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	St Raphael Elementary School PrivatePK to 8 Nearby school	0.5 mi
NR	New England Christian Academy PrivateK to 10 Nearby school	0.8 mi

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

Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 8 Roland Street, Medford, MA 02155	$675,000	3	1	1,239	11,300
10 Roland Street, Medford, MA 02155	$858,750	3	1	1,732	5,000
7 Roland Street, Medford, MA 02155	$170,000	4	3	1,616	5,590
5 Roland Street, Medford, MA 02155	–	2	1	1,449	6,100
2264 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA 02155	$1	3	2	1,435	5,875
2268 Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA 02155	$340,000	3	1	1,508	5,949
12 Roland Street, Medford, MA 02155	$374,950	4	2	1,188	4,200
7 Valley Park Street, Medford, MA 02155	$1	4	2	1,543	5,800
11 Roland Street, Medford, MA 02155	$164,500	2	2	1,155	5,072
91 Prescott Street, Medford, MA 02155	$765,000	2	1	1,525	5,000
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