$1,195,000

31 Poplar St Melrose, MA 02176

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,200 sqft
0.3 acres
$543 / sqft
House

Property details

About 31 Poplar St

Location, space, and flexibility-this one truly has it all! Don’t miss this beautifully updated, 10-year-young CE Colonial! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features gleaming oak floors, central A/C, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and has a great natural flow across 8 spacious rooms. First floor offers formal DR, LR, dining area & updated kitchen with center island/breakfast bar and access to 1/2 bath & private deck! Second floor features 3 generously sized bedrooms (one with Boston views), 2 full baths & a nursery which leads to walk-up third floor- a blank canvas already prepped with a gas line and awaiting your vision. But the real surprise? A spacious, detached barn with fully finished loft above- ideal not only for parking a car, but also to use as a studio, home office, or even a gym! Prime commuter location: just 5 minutes to Oak Grove,close to Cedar Park commuter rail and quick access to Rt. 93. All this in Melrose which offers vibrant downtown shops and dining!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,200 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.28 Acres
Year built2014
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
MLS #73370246
Garage1 space
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewCity, Other

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Purifier, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior: Dining Area, Beamed Ceilings, Loft, Walk-up Attic
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage, Barn, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
  • View: City, Other
  • Exterior: Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, City View(s), Fruit Trees
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $1,195,000
  • Price/SqFt: $543
  • Annual Tax Amount: $11,206
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Cleared, Level
  • Directions: West Emerson to Poplar
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Living Area: 2,200 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.28 Acres
  • MLS Number: 73370246
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
  • Office Phone: (781) 334-5700
  • Listing Agent: Amy Copeland Potamis

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 19, 2014
Home Sold
$760,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,128,500$11,206
2023$1,057,700$11,021
2022$992,800$10,494
2021$948,200$10,383
2020$948,200$10,478
2019$860,900$9,306

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Lincoln Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

80 W Wyoming Ave

7

Roosevelt Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

253 Vinton St

7

Colonial Park Elementary School

Public District PK-4

0.8 mi

30 Avalon Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,760. Most Melrose, MA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

47%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

59%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
31%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 31 Poplar St

The listing price of 31 Poplar St property is $1,195,000.

The property 31 Poplar St is a house located in Melrose, Massachusetts, 02176.

Active Listing: 31 Poplar St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 31 Poplar St are: Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Colonial Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Forestdale (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Melrose High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Stoneham High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Malden High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,206 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 19, 2014 for $760,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 31 Poplar St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 31 Poplar St is 2,200 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 31 Poplar St is 2014.

This home is located at 31 Poplar St in Melrose, MA and zip code 02176. This 2,200 square foot home, which was built in 2014, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,195,000.

In April 2025 more than 17 listings in Melrose, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 2 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 5 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Melrose, MA between March and April 2025 increased by 51.9%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $830,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 18 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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