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173 Florence Street

Melrose, MA 02176

3 beds
2 baths
1,407 sqft
12,249 sqft lot
$592 per sqft
1900 build
– on site

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Nestled in the heart of the vibrant downtown ring, this turn of the century home has enjoyed a makeover-moment with newly painted interiors and updated lighting to complement its existing charm. Boasting an unbeatable location sited a short distance to downtown amenities, including shopping, yoga studios, coffee shops and restaurants, all the convenience of city living with a cozy neighborhood feel. This Colonial exudes the timeless elegance of a bygone era boasting unparalleled craftsmanship and period charm, from the gleaming wood floors, beautiful woodwork and beamed ceilings to the over-sized windows. The kitchen offers functionality with a great footprint to create that dream kitchen. This home will check all those boxes: 3 bedrooms and full bath on the second, great entertaining space plus a study and 1/2 bath on the first plus a fabulous, flat yard offering oodles of possibilities. Nearby the Farmer’s Market, the train at Cedar Park, Fells, and Melrose’s thriving downtown.

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Alison Socha Group / Leading Edge Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 4, 2024 •

MLS# 73222925 —

The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Full
Foundation Details:

Stone
Exterior Features:

Porch - Enclosed
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch - Enclosed
Accessibility Features:

No
Building Area Total:

1407
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

7
Interior Features:

Beamed Ceilings
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Laminate, Breakfast Bar / Nook
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Beamed Ceilings, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting
Office Level:

First
Office Features:

Ceiling - Beamed, Flooring - Wood, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

false
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1407
Living Room Area:

169
Living Room Length:

13
Living Room Width:

13
Kitchen Area:

195
Kitchen Length:

15
Kitchen Width:

13
Dining Room Area:

144
Dining Room Length:

12
Dining Room Width:

12
Office Area:

63
Office Length:

9
Office Width:

7
Bedroom 2 Area:

168
Bedroom 3 Area:

110
Bedroom 2 Length:

14
Bedroom 2 Width:

12
Bedroom 3 Length:

11
Bedroom 3 Width:

10
Master Bedroom Area:

221
Master Bedroom Length:

17
Master Bedroom Width:

13

Location

Directions:

W. Foster to Florence
Latitude:

42.455496
Longitude:

-71.072039

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:0B7 P:0000061,653122
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.28
Lot Size SqFt:

12249
Lot Size Acres:

0.28
Zoning:

URA
Waterview:

No
Exclusions:

See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Road Frontage Type:

Public
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Book Number:

81092
Tax Annual Amount:

6958
Tax Assessed Value:

700700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Master Bedroom Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wood, Attic Access
Bedroom 2 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 3 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wood

Baths

Total Baths:

1.5
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pedestal Sink
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Master Bath Features:

No

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

None
Cooling:

false

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Apply
Middle Or Junior School:

Mvmms
High School:

Mhs

The Community

Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Paved Drive
Open Parking:

true

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Utility Costs

$268/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/17/24 May 17, 2024	Sold	MLSPIN	$833,000	11.1%
4/24/24 Apr 24, 2024	Pending	MLSPIN	$749,900
4/17/24 Apr 17, 2024	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$749,900

House Sold on 5/17/2024

$833,000

Listing provided by broker:

Alison Socha Group

Leading Edge Real Estate

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173 Florence Street

Melrose, MA 02176