1059 Franklin Street

Melrose, MA 02176

$670,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,352 Sq. Ft.
$285 / Sq. Ft.
2,352
Sq. Ft.
$285
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enjoy the privacy of this classic Dutch Col home set high above Franklin St. A sweeping brick walkway leads to a majestic front porch. The large entry foyer. Front-to-back fire-placed LR, large mantel and beautiful crown molding. Beyond the LR is a FR. Formal DR with an exquisite leaded-glass, crown molding and access to a traditional butler’s pantry with original glass cabinets. The kitchen, all-new in 92, has a silestone counter new in 2007, a stainless steel 6 burner Premier gas range new in 2014...Enjoy the privacy of this classic Dutch Col home set high above Franklin St. A sweeping brick walkway leads to a majestic front porch. The large entry foyer. Front-to-back fire-placed LR, large mantel and beautiful crown molding. Beyond the LR is a FR. Formal DR with an exquisite leaded-glass, crown molding and access to a traditional butler’s pantry with original glass cabinets. The kitchen, all-new in 92, has a silestone counter new in 2007, a stainless steel 6 burner Premier gas range new in 2014 and wainscoting. Front-to-back MBR with a laundry chute. The full bath is 11 years new, with Kohler pedestal sink, bidet, ceramic tile floor and (newer) glass-fronted shower. 3rd floor has 2 bedrooms, a den and full bath. Unique windows add a whimsical touch. 2nd and 3rd floor have C/A. 100-amp CB panel, copper water line, laundry room, good storage, and half bath. There is a two-car detached garage, parking for 4 cars. This Highlands home is great for raising children and entertaining.
  1. Listed by Mary Sexton • Century 21 Tradition

Property Details for 1059 Franklin Street

Town
Melrose
Area
MA-Melrose
Architectural Style
Colonial, Gambrel /Dutch
Style
Colonial, Gambrel /Dutch
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Tradition, Mary Sexton

Sold By William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, David F. Crowley

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 07:08 AM

Property Details for 1059 Franklin Street

StatusSold
MLS #71887604
Days on Market35
Taxes$6,811 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Tradition, Mary Sexton

Sold By William Raveis R.E. & Home Services, David F. Crowley

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Building Information for 1059 Franklin Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.44 AC / 19,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,224 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,656

Property Taxes

$568

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1059 Franklin Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2352.0
  • Color: White
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Cable Hookup, Office, Den, Foyer
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • View: City
  • View: Yes
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 312.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Balcony / Deck,Deck - Exterior,Exterior Access,Laundry Chute
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 24.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 13.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 210.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom4 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 14.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 180.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom5 Length: 15.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 12.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom2 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 169.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail,Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room Length: 13.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 13.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 200.0
  • Family Room Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,French Doors,Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Length: 20.0
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Width: 10.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 154.0
  • Kitchen Features: Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 325.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Chair Rail,Open Floorplan
  • Room Living Room Length: 25.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 88.0
  • Room Office Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Room Office Length: 11.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 8.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Shared Drive. Master FP is not working,plumber cut gas line off in LL. Wood fl worn in places. Stain in back corner DR fl. Discoloration on Kitchen counter. C/A is on 2nd & 3rd Floors. Newer shower door.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 658123
  • Assessments: $525,500
  • Book: 17015
  • Tax Year: 2015
  • Zoning: Res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2

Property History for 1059 Franklin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1059 Franklin Street

Taxable ValueLand$448,600Additions$661,200Total$1,109,800
Tax Record2024$11,020 ($918 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt960 SqFtStories3Lot Size19,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:A13 P:0000036Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1059 Franklin 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
Horace Mann Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Winthrop Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Roosevelt Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Tradition, Mary Sexton

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