$8,301 Closing Credit¹
#73379120, Barbara Aceto, Listing Office: Fudge Properties
$799,000 List price
49 Fern Rd Medford, MA 02155
$9,488
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,128 sqft
0.2 acres
$708 / sqft
House
Property details
About 49 Fern Rd
Fairytale cottage in a magical woodland setting, with year-round views of the Boston city skyline! Move-in ready with high ceilings and abundant natural light, this home maximizes its living area with a flowing and efficient layout on two levels, plus tons of bonus space in the enclosed front porch, covered rear porch, side deck and large yard. Sellers have lovingly cared for the home and made several recent improvements including adding a half-bath, upgrading to 200-amp electrical service and installing an EV charger. Amazing location with so much to offer -- The Fells Reservation and Wright’s Pond are playgrounds for active types and nature lovers alike, the proximity to both 93, the Commuter Rail AND the Orange Line makes getting to work a breeze, and easy access to Medford Square, Somerville, Cambridge & Boston means you'll never run out of restaurant and entertainment options!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Oil
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,128 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached, Paved Drive, Paved
MLS #73381031
Garage1 space
WaterfrontBeach, Lake Front
ViewCity, Other
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached, Paved Drive, Paved
- Waterfront: Beach, Lake Front
- View: City, Other
- Exterior: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Deck, City View(s), Garden
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Central, Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $799,000
- Price/SqFt: $708
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,754
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Gentle Sloping
- Directions: Fulton Spring Rd to Fern Rd
- Year Built: 1920
- Living Area: 1,128 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
- MLS Number: 73381031
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
- Office Phone: (617) 945-9161
- Listing Agent: Lara Gordon Caralis
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2020 | Home Sold | $625,000 |
| Apr 06, 1998 | Home Sold | $204,500 |
| Mar 03, 1987 | Home Sold | $145,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $675,300 | $5,754 |
| 2023 | $640,000 | $5,536 |
| 2022 | $572,700 | $5,160 |
| 2021 | $545,800 | $5,136 |
| 2020 | $546,500 | $5,017 |
| 2019 | $503,400 | $4,833 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Roberts Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•35 Court St
4
McGlynn Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•3002 Mystic Valley Pkwy
7
Brooks Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•388 High St
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 $86,300. Residents of Medford, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
23%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Mercedes
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 49 Fern Rd
The listing price of 49 Fern Rd property is $799,000.
The property 49 Fern Rd is a house located in Medford, Massachusetts, 02155.
Active Listing: 49 Fern Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 49 Fern Rd are: Roberts Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McGlynn Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brooks Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Beebe (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Andrews Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McGlynn Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Medford High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Malden High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pioneer Charter School of Science (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,754 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 31, 2020 for $625,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 49 Fern Rd has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 49 Fern Rd is 1,128 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 49 Fern Rd is 1920.
This home is located at 49 Fern Rd in Medford, MA and zip code 02155. This 1,128 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Medford, MA there were more than 33 sold above asking price, over 6 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Medford, MA between April and May 2025 increased by 17.5%. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $851,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 22 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.