159 Florence Street

Melrose, MA 02176

$1,141,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,287 Sq. Ft.
$499 / Sq. Ft.
2,287
Sq. Ft.
$499
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Classic Colonial with high ceilings and gorgeous details in this architecturally turn of the century home on a double lot. This beautiful home has an amazing flow from the moment you step in, offers 5 beds and 2.5 baths, and features a perfect blend of modern updates and original charm. Enter into a stunning fireplaced living room that flows into the formal dining room. The spacious kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The 2nd floor offers three spacious bedrooms and...Classic Colonial with high ceilings and gorgeous details in this architecturally turn of the century home on a double lot. This beautiful home has an amazing flow from the moment you step in, offers 5 beds and 2.5 baths, and features a perfect blend of modern updates and original charm. Enter into a stunning fireplaced living room that flows into the formal dining room. The spacious kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The 2nd floor offers three spacious bedrooms and a home office space. Third floor provides two additional bedrooms! Enjoy an enclosed large back porch overlooking the beautiful lush backyard. Close to trains, downtown Melrose shops and restaurants and short distance to the Fells! You don't want to miss this incredible opportunity!
  1. Listed by Francesca Driscoll • Redfin Corp.

Property Details for 159 Florence Street

Town
Melrose
Area
MA-Melrose
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
4.00
Parking Spaces Total
6

Location

Listing Courtesy of Redfin Corp., Francesca Driscoll

Sold By RE/MAX Destiny, Landry & Co. Realty Group

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/31/2023 05:36 PM

Property Details for 159 Florence Street

StatusSold
MLS #73104011
Days on Market12
Taxes$9,152 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Redfin Corp., Francesca Driscoll

Sold By RE/MAX Destiny, Landry & Co. Realty Group

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Building Information for 159 Florence Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,502 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,990 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,227

Property Taxes

$763

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 159 Florence Street

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, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2287.0
  • 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: Mhs
  • Middle School: Mvmms
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Electric Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished Basement
  • 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: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Features: Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Sitting Room, Sun Room, Home Office
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 196.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 14.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 154.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 182.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 13.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 154.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Bedroom4 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 154.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 14.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 11.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 72.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 18.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 3.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
  • Bathroom2 Width: 6.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 60.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 6.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 224.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead,Crown Molding
  • Dining Room Length: 16.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 14.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 255.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances,Crown Molding
  • Kitchen Length: 15.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 17.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 224.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Crown Molding
  • Room Living Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 16.0
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Area: 72.0
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Length: 9.0
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Width: 8.0
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: Buyer and Buyer's Agent to verify all information and perform their own due diligence. Home has a transferable Solar Power Purchase Agreement.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:0B7 P:0000063,653124
  • Assessments: $878,300
  • Book: 62014
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: URA
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 5
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2
  • Other Agent Compensation: 0

Property History for 159 Florence Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 159 Florence Street

Taxable ValueLand$482,600Additions$469,200Total$951,800
Tax Record2024$9,451 ($788 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,936 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,936 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,166 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,502 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningURACountyMIDDLESEXAPNMELR M:0B7 P:0000063Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 159 Florence 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

Winthrop Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Hoover 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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Listing Courtesy of Redfin Corp., Francesca Driscoll

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