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$1,168,000 Just Listed

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Single Family
5 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2,409 Sq. Ft.
0.15 Acres
2 Car Garage
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79 Florence Ave,Melrose, MA 02176
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Property Description

This East Side Victorian is a true gem, blending timeless character w/ modern updates in an unbeatable location near Melrose Common, Winthrop School & vibrant downtown. This beloved, meticulously restored home features a 1st flr designed for comfort & style, including an updated showstopper kitchen w/ white & gray palette, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, island & window seat. The LR & DR offer soaring ceilings, crown molding, oak floors & fireplace. The 2nd flr has 3 spacious BDs, a Juliet balcony, updated BA & bonus rm for storage, play or office. The 3rd flr features a primary suite w/ updated bath & office space. Updates include mini-splits (AC), newer roof & windows, plus a detached 2-car garage. Enjoy a front porch & rear deck overlooking a beautiful landscaped fenced yard. This is more than a home; it's a piece of Melrose history, lovingly maintained and ready for its next chapter. Don't miss your chance to make this Victorian treasure yours!

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Full Property Details for 79 Florence Ave

General

Price: $1,168,000
Taxes: $9,508 (2025)
Status: Active
Type: Single Family
MLS ID: 73494680
Updated: 4/1/2026
Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom 1: 3.00 x 4.00, First
Bathroom 2: 7.00 x 14.00, Second
Bathroom 3: 12.00 x 11.00, Third

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5
Primary Bedroom: 20.00 x 16.00, Third
Bedroom 2: 10.00 x 12.00, Second
Bedroom 3: 9.00 x 12.00, Second
Bedroom 4: 12.00 x 10.00, Second

Other Rooms

Living Room: 12.00 x 14.00, Main, First
Kitchen: 24.00 x 11.00, Main, First
Dining Room: 17.00 x 12.00, Main, First

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Location

County: Middlesex

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial, Victorian
Basement: Yes
Square Feet: 2,409
Year Built: 1890

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.15

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $9,508
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Disclosures/Rstr.: Deck older. Complete new roof installed 2021: 25 yr warrantee for shingles, 20 yr warrantee for flat/rubber area. High efficiency gas heating/hot water system-last 10 yrs. Fireplace not used, likely needs liner. Cat 5 to every room. Newer Andersen windows.
Property ID: M:0E7 P:0000108, 655895

Listed by Compass, Team Suzanne and Company and Suzanne Koller

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Schools

Schools serving 79 Florence Ave

School District:Melrose School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Hoover Elementary School 37 Glendower Road, Melrose, MA 02176	K-5	0.3 mi
Winthrop Elementary School 162 1st Street, Melrose, MA 02176	K-5	0.3 mi
Lincoln Elementary School, Melrose, MA 80 West Wyoming Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176	K-5	0.9 mi
Melrose Middle School 350 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA 02176	6-8	1 mi
Melrose High School 360 Lynn Fells Parkway, Melrose, MA 02176	9-12	1 mi
Horace Mann Elementary School, Melrose, MA 40 Damon Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176	K-5	1 mi
Early Childhood Center, Melrose, MA 16 Franklin Street, Melrose, MA 02176	PK-	1 mi
Roosevelt Elementary School 253 Vinton Street, Melrose, MA 02176	K-5	1.2 mi

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Price & Sales History for 79 Florence Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/01/2026

Listed

$1,168,000

758.82%

MLS

9/15/1993

Sold

$136,000

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Tax History

Tax History for 79 Florence Ave

Year

Property Taxes

Change

Tax Assessment

Change

2025

$9,508

$960,400

2024

$9,309

$937,500

2023

$9,256

$888,300

2022

$8,810

$833,500

2021

$8,414

-1%

$768,400

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2020

$8,491

12%

$768,400

10%

2019

$7,565

$699,800

10%

2018

$7,188

$634,400

2017

$6,910

$585,600

2016

$6,772

$549,200

2015

$6,634

$511,900

2014

$6,434

$484,500

2013

$6,249

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$479,600

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79 Florence Ave, Melrose, MA 02176 (MLS# 73494680) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 79 Florence Ave is currently listed for $1,168,000 and was received on April 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 79 Florence Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in East Billerica? You can browse all East Billerica real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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