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68 Albion St

Melrose, MA 02176

Name: Open House: 11am-1pm
Start: 2025-06-29T11:00:00
End: 2025-06-29T13:00:00
Location: 68 Albion St

4 beds
2 baths
1,953 sqft
4,961 sqft lot
$444 per sqft
1900 build
– on site

Welcome to 68 Albion, a lovingly maintained and conveniently located home right in the heart of Melrose! Blending timeless character with thoughtful updates it offers the perfect balance of charm and convenience. Discover the sun-splashed layout upon entry featuring hardwood floors, high ceilings, intricate original crown molding and generous living spaces, ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The kitchen, with adjacent pantry and laundry area, boasts modern appliances, ample cabinetry, and a seamless flow into the dining area. Rounding out the main level is a full bath, located off what could be an additional bedroom, den space, or guest suite. Upstairs, you’ll find well-proportioned bedrooms and a second full bath. Outside, enjoy the wrap-around farmers porch, private yard, and original slate roof; with a location just less than 1/3 of a mile from the middle and high schools, commuter rail, restaurants, and parks, this home delivers comfort with unbeatable city access!

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / James Gulden / Redfin Corp.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 26, 2025 •

MLS# 73397008 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1900
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Colonial
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Foundation Details:

Stone
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Porch
Door Features:

Storm Door(s)
Window Features:

Storm Window(s)
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Building Area Total:

1953
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Measured

Interior

Living Room Level:

First
Rooms Total:

8
Living Room Features:

Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
Kitchen Level:

Main,First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
Dining Room Level:

First
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
Family Room Level:

First
Family Room Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Flooring - Vinyl

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1953
Living Area Source:

Measured

Location

Directions:

Franklin St. or Melrose St. to Albion Street
Longitude:

-71.064772
Latitude:

42.467465

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Parcel Number:

M:C12 P:0000090,659045
Zoning:

URB
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.11
Lot Size SqFt:

4961
Lot Size Acres:

0.11
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Annual Amount:

7849
Tax Assessed Value:

792800

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Wood, Lighting - Overhead

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Steam
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Wall Unit(s)
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Melrose
Middle Or Junior School:

Mvmms
High School:

Melrose High

The Community

Community Features:

Public Transportation
Association:

false
Spa:

false
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Paved Drive
Parking Total:

3
Garage:

false
Open Parking:

true

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$869,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,653
Taxes	$654
Insurance	$238
Utilities	$309 See report
Total	$5,854/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/26/25 Jun 26, 2025	Listed / Active	MLSPIN	$869,000	204.9% (9.0% / YR)
10/11/02 Oct 11, 2002		MLSPIN	$285,000

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68 Albion St

Melrose, MA 02176