#73374371, John Maxfield, Listing office: Maxfield & Company Real Estate
286 Laurel St Melrose, MA 02176
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About 286 Laurel St
Pristine ranch offers single-level luxury living with modern amenities and outdoor entertainment spaces. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout leading to three generously-sized bedrooms with abundant closet space. The bright kitchen impresses with stainless steel appliances and opens to a welcoming dining area. Enjoy a cozy fire in with winter or central air in the summer. Multi-level backyard oasis is just begging to host your summer get togethers. With its beautiful stone patio and an elevated play area, there is plenty of room for everyone. Partially finished basement provides versatile living space with a full bathroom great for home office or guests, plus a workshop and laundry area, offering endless possibilities for customization. Located on a peaceful street near Melrose Common and Mt Hood Golf Course, this home combines convenience with tranquility. Quick access to Route 1 or grab the bus at the end of the street. The two-car garage completes this turnkey property.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Vinyl, Concrete
- Interior: Storage
- Fireplace: Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
- Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $825,000
- Price/SqFt: $422
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,662
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Upham to Waverly to Laurel Street
- Year Built: 1960
- Living Area: 1,952 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
- MLS Number: 73385393
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Leading Edge Real Estate
- Office Phone: (781) 979-0100
- Listing Agent: The Kim Perrotti Team
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $670,900 | $6,662 |
2023 | $648,700 | $6,759 |
2022 | $648,700 | $6,857 |
2021 | $603,000 | $6,603 |
2020 | $560,100 | $6,189 |
2019 | $533,000 | $5,762 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Winthrop Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•162 1st St
8
Hoover Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•37 Glendower Rd
8
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.0 mi
•40 Damon Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $126,807. Typical income of Melrose, MA residents is between $100k-200k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 286 Laurel St
The listing price of 286 Laurel St property is $825,000.
The property 286 Laurel St is a house located in Melrose, Massachusetts, 02176.
Active Listing: 286 Laurel St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 286 Laurel St are: Winthrop Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Hoover Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Horace Mann Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Forestdale (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Saugus Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Saugus High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Melrose High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Pioneer Charter School of Science II (Pcss-II) (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,662 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 286 Laurel St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 286 Laurel St is 1,952 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 286 Laurel St is 1960.
This home is located at 286 Laurel St in Melrose, MA and zip code 02176. This 1,952 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $825,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Melrose, MA there were more than 19 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Melrose, MA between April and May 2025 increased by 15.2%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 13 days, the median list price was $833,200.