81 Linden Rd

1,529 Sq. Ft.
$621 / Sq. Ft.
1,529
Sq. Ft.
$621
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set in a well-located Melrose neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a layout that feels both functional and easy to live in. The main level is filled with natural light, featuring an open kitchen that connects seamlessly to the living and dining areas making everyday routines and hosting feel simple. Upstairs, three nicely sized bedrooms provide flexibility for a variety of needs, along with a full bath complete with all the updates. Bonus space downstairs in the large finished basement...Set in a well-located Melrose neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a layout that feels both functional and easy to live in. The main level is filled with natural light, featuring an open kitchen that connects seamlessly to the living and dining areas making everyday routines and hosting feel simple. Upstairs, three nicely sized bedrooms provide flexibility for a variety of needs, along with a full bath complete with all the updates. Bonus space downstairs in the large finished basement adds valuable extra space, perfect for a home office, workout area, media room, or play space. Outside is a large fully fenced-in backyard offering room to relax, entertain, or enjoy time outdoors, while the detached one-car garage adds convenience for parking or storage. Located close to downtown Melrose, shopping, dining, and Route 1, this home blends everyday convenience with a neighborhood setting. Easy, practical, and ready for what’s next!
  1. Listed by Laura Cohron • Fiv Realty Co.

Property Details for 81 Linden Road

Town
Melrose
Area
MA-Melrose
Architectural Style
Colonial
Style
Colonial
Garage Spaces
1
Open Parking Spaces
2.00
Parking Spaces Total
3
LISTING CLOSED: 06/02/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 81 Linden Road

StatusSold
MLS #73499152
Days on Market6
Taxes$7,507 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1940
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Fiv Realty Co., Laura Cohron

Sold By Compass, Letha Prestbo

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Building Information for 81 Linden Road

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,459 SF

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$5,360 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,734

Property Taxes

$626

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 81 Linden Road

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1529.0
  • Color: White
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Water Heater, Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished
  • 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: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Home Office, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Hot Water, Oil
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 132.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 132.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 108.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 24.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom1 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Main,First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 70.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 156.0
  • Dining Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Remodeled
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main,First
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 552.0
  • Family Room Features: Closet,Flooring - Laminate,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled
  • Family Room Length: 24.0
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • Family Room Width: 23.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 154.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Upgraded,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main,First
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 195.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup,Exterior Access,High Speed Internet Hookup
  • Room Living Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main,First
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 77.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Length: 11.0
  • Room Office Level: Main
  • Room Office Width: 7.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: Mini splits provide central air for first floor kitchen and dining. Heat pump central air for second floor bedrooms and bathroom.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 659320
  • Assessments: $758,300
  • Book: 70090
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: URB
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Cooling Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 81 Linden Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 2, 2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73499152

$950,000
Apr 15, 2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73499152

Apr 15, 2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73499152

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/02/2026

Sold

MLS PIN #73499152

$950,000
04/15/2026

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73499152

04/15/2026

Contingent

MLS PIN #73499152

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

Public Records for 81 Linden Road

Taxable ValueLand$490,700Additions$267,600Total$758,300
Tax Record2025$7,507 ($626 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,009 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,009 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt400 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,459 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningURBCountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:D10 P:0000097Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 81 Linden Road

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
Winthrop Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Horace Mann 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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Listing Courtesy of Fiv Realty Co., Laura Cohron

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