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#73401757, Leeman & Gately, Listing office: Compass
$899,000 List price
83 Essex St Melrose, MA 02176
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,985 sqft
0.1 acres
$453 / sqft
House
Property details
About 83 Essex St
A rare gem located in the heart of downtown Melrose where every culinary palette can be satisfied, this sophisticated residence will appeal to your senses with traditional architecture and a contemporary flair. Outside, flowering trees and evergreens ensure year-round privacy while inside open living space calls for dinner parties where guests can flow from the dining room to the cozy fireplace living area adjoined by an enclosed porch that wraps around the south side of the home with a Cape Cod vibe and kick-off your shoes feel. The heart of the home kitchen features an island for cooking and casual dining with access to a deck and sanctuary of a back yard with a shed, patio & garden nooks.The crown jewel of the home is a luxurious full bath with soaking tub, tiled shower and floating double sink vanity to prepare for the day. Bonus features include a one car garage below, a surprising amount of storage & a walk-up attic with expansion potential-all ready for the next chapter-are you?
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,985 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.13 Acres
Year built1830
ParkingAttached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
MLS #73390731
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceFamily Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
- Interior: Sun Room, Foyer, Walk-up Attic
- Fireplace: Family Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $899,000
- Price/SqFt: $452
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,746
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Main to Essex
- Year Built: 1830
- Living Area: 1,985 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.13 Acres
- MLS Number: 73390731
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Leading Edge Real Estate
- Office Phone: (781) 979-0100
- Listing Agent: Alison Socha Group
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2003 | Home Sold | $416,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $679,400 | $6,746 |
| 2023 | $634,600 | $6,613 |
| 2022 | $611,000 | $6,458 |
| 2021 | $584,000 | $6,395 |
| 2020 | $558,300 | $6,169 |
| 2019 | $524,100 | $5,666 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Lincoln Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•80 W Wyoming Ave
7
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•253 Vinton St
9
Winthrop Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•162 1st 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 $77,160. Residents of Melrose, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
28%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
68%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
33%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Hiking/backpacking
Continuing Education Courses
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Nordstrom Rack
Express/Express For Men
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Chipotle
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mazda
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Rock
Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 83 Essex St
The listing price of 83 Essex St property is $899,000.
The property 83 Essex St is a house located in Melrose, Massachusetts, 02176.
Active Listing: 83 Essex St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 83 Essex St are: Lincoln Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Roosevelt Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Winthrop Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), 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 $6,746 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 15, 2003 for $416,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 83 Essex St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 83 Essex St is 1,985 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 83 Essex St is 1830.
This home is located at 83 Essex St in Melrose, MA and zip code 02176. This 1,985 square foot home, which was built in 1830, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
Over 24 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Melrose, MA. In the same period over 4 listings were sold below the listed price and 5 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Melrose, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.1%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 17 days, the median list price was $832,600.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.