#73367517, Lesley Smith, Listing Office: Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
71 E Emerson St Melrose, MA 02176
Property details
About 71 E Emerson St
Prestigious East Emerson Street Colonial. Sits proudly on a picturesque tree-lined street-just steps from the new library, commuter rail, bus line, and vibrant downtown. Meticulous, 10-foot ceilings, moldings, and hardwd flrs. The elegant staircase sets the tone. The main level features two living rooms, beautifully divided by a floor-to-ceiling, stone fireplace. Expansive windows with custom shutters. The gourmet kitchen features white cabinetry, SS appliances, granite counters, and a entertaining island, dining area with its charming marble mantel. Half bath. At the rear of the home, a versatile bonus room is currently used as an office with custom Murphy bed. Attached full bathroom, could easily serve as a primary suite, large office or a convenient mudroom. Upstairs, the primary suite offers walk-in closet, spa like bathroom with soaking tub. Four more bedrooms with plenty of closet space. LL offers the perfect rec room. Gorgeous patio, fully fenced & garden area on this corner lot
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Bedroom, Bathroom, Game Room, Walk-up Attic
- Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Exterior: Patio, Rain Gutters, Fenced Yard
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $1,850,000
- Price/SqFt: $612
- Annual Tax Amount: $13,648
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: Bellevue Ave to East Emerson or Main Street to East Emerson.
- Year Built: 1914
- Living Area: 3,018 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
- MLS Number: 73356929
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (617) 206-3333
- Listing Agent: Leeman & Gately
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 05, 2018 | Home Sold | $1,100,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,374,400 | $13,648 |
2023 | $1,233,700 | $12,855 |
2022 | $1,182,200 | $12,496 |
2021 | $1,060,900 | $11,617 |
2020 | $1,061,200 | $11,726 |
2019 | $823,800 | $8,905 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Winthrop Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•162 1st St
8
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•40 Damon Ave
7
Lincoln Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•80 W Wyoming 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 $118,333. Most Melrose, MA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 71 E Emerson St
The listing price of 71 E Emerson St property is $1,850,000.
The property 71 E Emerson St is a house located in Melrose, Massachusetts, 02176.
Active Listing: 71 E Emerson St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 71 E Emerson St are: Winthrop Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Horace Mann Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Forestdale (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Salemwood (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Melrose High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Stoneham High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Mystic Valley Regional Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $13,648 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 5, 2018 for $1,100,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 71 E Emerson St has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 71 E Emerson St is 3,018 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 71 E Emerson St is 1914.
This home is located at 71 E Emerson St in Melrose, MA and zip code 02176. This 3,018 square foot home, which was built in 1914, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,850,000.
Over 17 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Melrose, MA. In the same period over 5 listings were sold below the listed price and 2 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Melrose, MA increased by 51.9% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 18 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $830,000.