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Property Description
Nestled on a desirable tree-lined street, this charming Cape offers exceptional potential in a prime Melrose location. The first floor features gleaming hardwoods, a sunlit fireplaced living room, dining area, functional kitchen with stainless steel appliances, two spacious bedrooms, and a full bath. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms with built-ins, ample storage, and plumbing roughed-in for a potential second bath. The partially finished basement offers bonus living space and access to a one-car garage, with an additional off-street parking spot. Step out onto the back deck and enjoy an oversized private yard-ideal for entertaining. Just half a mile from downtown Melrose and within walking distance to the Common and local schools. Recent updates include a newer heating system and hot water tank. A must-see!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 31 Whitman Ave
General
- Sold For: $730,000
- Taxes: $6,966 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MLSPin
- MLS ID: 73381544
- Added to Site: 235 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Bonus Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl, Laminate, Flooring - Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Bathroom 1: Tiled Bathroom with Tub and Shower, Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, 7.00 x 5.00, 35 Sq. Ft.
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: 13.00 x 11.00, First, 143 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 10.00 x 10.00, First, 100 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 14.00 x 10.00, Second, 140 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 4: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Hardwood Flooring, 15.00 x 14.00, Second, 210 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Hardwood Flooring, 21.00 x 13.00, First, 273 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: Ceiling Fan(s), Stone/Ceramic Tile Flooring, Stone/Granite/Solid Countertops, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, 11.00 x 9.00, First, 99 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Custom-Built Closet/Cabinets, Hardwood Flooring, Lighting - Overhead, 11.00 x 10.00, First, 110 Sq. Ft.
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Exterior Access, Washer Hookup, In Basement
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
- Color: Blue
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Driving Directions: Park Street to Whitman Avenue.
School Information
- Elementary School: Hoover
- Middle School: Mvmms
- High School: Mhs
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Steam, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Steam, Natural Gas
- Heating Zones: 2
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Connection for Gas Range
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Roof: Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,924
- Sq. Ft. Source: Measured
- Living Area: 1,924 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1950
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Lot Dimensions: .15
- Frontage: Public
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $379.42
- Tax Amount: $6,966
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 656343
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Schools
Schools serving 31 Whitman Ave
School District:Melrose School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hoover Elementary School 37 Glendower Road, Melrose, MA 02176 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Winthrop Elementary School 162 1st Street, Melrose, MA 02176 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Lincoln Elementary School, Melrose, MA 80 West Wyoming Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA 02176 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Melrose High School 360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA 02176 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Horace Mann Elementary School, Melrose, MA 40 Damon Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
Roosevelt Elementary School 253 Vinton Street, Melrose, MA 02176 | K-5 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 31 Whitman Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/02/2025
Sold
$730,000
1.53%
MLS
5/28/2025
Listed
$719,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
31 Whitman Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176 (MLS# 73381544) is a Single Family property that was sold at $730,000 on July 02, 2025. This property was listed by Lynn Findlay from our Belmont Office.Want to learn more about 31 Whitman Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Melrose? You can browse all Melrose real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.




