253 Governors Avenue

Medford, MA 02155

$620,100
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
1,526 Sq. Ft.
$406 / Sq. Ft.
1,526
Sq. Ft.
$406
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nature lovers and dog owners–this home is a short distance to Middlesex Fells, be in the heart of nature & enjoy miles of peaceful hiking, walking or mountain biking. This meticulous & spacious Tudor has many updates providing a blend of original character offering a living room with a fireplace, a fabulous den/home office & gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The bright and airy kitchen which is open to the dining room has stainless steel appliances including Chef's gas stove with electric convection...Nature lovers and dog owners–this home is a short distance to Middlesex Fells, be in the heart of nature & enjoy miles of peaceful hiking, walking or mountain biking. This meticulous & spacious Tudor has many updates providing a blend of original character offering a living room with a fireplace, a fabulous den/home office & gleaming hardwood floors throughout. The bright and airy kitchen which is open to the dining room has stainless steel appliances including Chef's gas stove with electric convection oven. There are 3 spacious bedrooms & a walk up attic. The lower level has a terrific laundry area & a large workshop. The fenced-in beautifully landscaped yard has a deck overlooking the stone patio- perfect for those fire-pit evenings and casual entertaining. An irrigation system, perennial garden with a beautiful lilac bush are ready for your green thumb. Finally, with easy access to major routes, downtown Boston, Medford Center’s shops and restaurants, you get the best of all worlds.
  1. Listed by Stephen McKenna • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Tracy Wallace • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 253 Governors Avenue

Town
Medford
Area
MA-Medford
Architectural Style
Tudor
Style
Tudor
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spaces
5.00
Parking Spaces Total
6

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Stephen McKenna; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Wallace

Sold By Leading Edge Real Estate, Katya Pitts

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 07:55 AM

Property Details for 253 Governors Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #72174667
Days on Market6
Taxes$4,707 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1930
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Stephen McKenna; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Wallace

Sold By Leading Edge Real Estate, Katya Pitts

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Building Information for 253 Governors Avenue

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,776 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,384

Property Taxes

$392

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 253 Governors Avenue

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Public School, Sidewalks
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1526.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Roberts
  • High School: Medford High
  • Middle School: Myglynn/Andrews
  • Neighborhood: Lawrence Estates
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Electric Oven
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Storm Door(s)
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Den, Foyer
  • Interior Features: Security System
  • Laundry Features: Cable Hookup, In Basement
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s), Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Deck
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 132.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 176.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom2 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 90.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Attic Access,Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom3 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 9.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 16.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom1 Length: 4.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
  • Bathroom1 Width: 4.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 40.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 5.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 121.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room Length: 11.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 11.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 143.0
  • Kitchen Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Upgraded,Cabinets - Upgraded,Cable Hookup,Remodeled
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 14X11
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 187.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Cable Hookup
  • Room Living Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Living Room Width: 11.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: House was treated for termites by previous owner. There are two sump pumps.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Other (See Remarks)
  • Tax ID: M:G09 B:0056,632265
  • Assessments: $445,700
  • Book: 47439
  • Tax Year: 2017
  • Zoning: 1010
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Block
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.25
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.25

Property History for 253 Governors Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 253 Governors Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$360,300Additions$277,000Total$637,300
Tax Record2023$5,513 ($459 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,526 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,526 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyMIDDLESEXAPNMEDF M:G-09 B:0056

Schools near 253 Governors Avenue

This home is within Medford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Roberts Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Andrews Middle School
Public6 to 8

Medford High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Stephen McKenna; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Wallace

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