An exquisite Center Entrance Colonial of timeless appeal, this residence is perfectly situated on a tranquil side street within the coveted Horace Mann neighborhood. Upon entry, a stately foyer welcomes guests, showcasing an elegant staircase that ascends gracefully to the upper quarters. To the right, one discovers an expansive, front-to-back living room anchored by a brick fireplace with a handsome wood mantel; beyond a glass paneled pocket door lies a sun-drenched, versatile sanctuary ideal for a private study or den. To the left of the foyer, a formal dining room embellished with classic chair rail mouldings transitions seamlessly into an updated eat-in kitchen, where granite countertops and premium stainless-steel appliances meet a breakfast bar as well as a breakfast nook. The casual dining area, featuring a bay window, offers captivating views of the expansive 11,000+ square-foot level grounds-a verdant, fenced in oasis meticulously maintained and includes a patio for dining and entertaining. The second level is comprised of four corner bedrooms and a full bath featuring a jetted soaking tub, providing a serene retreat for relaxation. A walk-up attic provides exceptional storage. The lower level further enhances the homes footprint offering a finished, heated game/media room. a three-quarter bath and a dedicated workshop. Completing this exceptional offering is an oversize two-car garage with loft storage, supplemented by a driveway that accommodates six additional vehicles.
Listed by Lisa Howitt · Compass MLS PIN #73587409 · Updated 10/28/2026, 8:38:00 PM ET
Facts & features
Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential
MLS status
Active
Bedrooms
4
Full bathrooms
2
Half bathrooms
1
Total bathrooms
2.5
Total rooms
9
Living area
2,292 sqft
Living area source
Public Record
Above grade finished area
2,292 sqft
Below grade finished area
225 sqft
Building area
2,292
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Public Records
Area includes basement
No
Area disclosures
Measurements are for marketing purposes and Buyers should perform due diligence.
Interior & systems
Heating
Baseboard · Natural Gas
Heating available
Yes
Cooling
Central Air · Wall Unit(s)
Cooling available
Yes
Appliances
Gas Water Heater · Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave · Refrigerator
Detached · Garage Door Opener · Storage · Garage Faces Side · Paved Drive · Off Street · Paved
Garage
Yes
Garage spaces
2
Attached garage
No
Covered spaces
2
Carport
No
Open parking
Yes
Open parking spaces
6
Lot & outdoor features
Lot area
11,199 sqft (about 0.26 acres)
Lot size
0.26 acres
Reported lot area
0.26
Lot size units
Acres
Lot features
Corner Lot · Level
Exterior features
Patio · Storage · Sprinkler System · Fenced Yard
Patio & porch
Patio
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed · Fenced
Spa
No
Waterfront
No
Beachfront
No
Utilities & infrastructure
Water source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
for Gas Range · for Electric Range · Washer Hookup
Road frontage
Public
Road surface
Paved
Road responsibility
Public Maintained Road
HOA & community
Homeowners association
No
Community features
Public Transportation · Shopping · Pool · Tennis Court(s) · Park · Walk/Jog Trails · Golf · Medical Facility · Bike Path · Conservation Area · Highway Access · House of Worship · Marina · Private School · Public School · T-Station · Sidewalks
Subdivision
Horace Mann
Senior community
No
Taxes & property records
Annual property tax
$11,371
Tax year
2026
Assessed value
$991,400
Parcel number
M:0E10 B:0000 L:0135,660085
Zoning
URA
Registry book
21112
Registry page
122
Location & listed schools
City
Melrose
County
Middlesex
State
MA
ZIP code
02176
Listed elementary school
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Listed middle school
Mvmms
Listed high school
Melrose High
Directions
Off Howard Street
Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73587409
Listing date
2026-10-06
Original entry date
2026-10-07
Status changed
2026-10-17
Listing modified
2026-10-29
Original list price
$1,150,000
Current list price
$1,100,000
List price per sqft
$479.93
Days on market
22
Property market time
22
Disclosures
Please do not enter the yard unless accompanied by LA-there are pets on the premises. Central AC on second floor only. Irrigation system in front and side yard-not in the backyard. Pls see Firm Remarks for additional details.
Disclosure indicator
N
Lead paint
Unknown
Price & tax details
Current asking price$1,100,000
Original asking price$1,150,000
Listed on2026-10-06
Days on market22
Tax record supplied by MLS
Year
Property tax
Assessed value
2026
$11,371
$991,400
These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.
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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Schools & performance
2026 MA DESE
School names, grades and state-reported measures are listed below.
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MLS-listed elementary
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—DESE percentile
MLS-listed middle
Mvmms
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