Unbeatable Melrose location! Directly across from the Middlesex Fells Reservation and just 0.6 miles to the Oak Grove Orange Line and 0.8 miles to Wyoming Hill commuter rail, this home offers the perfect balance of nature and convenience. The lower level features a private en-suite with an updated bath, generous closets, a spacious family room and hgih ceilings—ideal for guests or extended family. A versatile bonus room with electricity provides endless options! Upstairs, the sun-filled living room with bay window flows into the beautifully updated (2019) kitchen and dining area. Step out to the deck overlooking the fenced backyard with mature landscaping, patio, lush lawn, and a fire pit—perfect for cozy fall evenings. A spacious bath with dual sinks and three comfortable bedrooms complete the upper level. With trails, public transportation, and the charm of Melrose’s Main Street just moments away, this home offers a lifestyle that combines comfort, convenience, and community.
Property Details
Price:
$899,000
MLS #:
73428151
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Address:
161 Washington St
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
City:
Melrose
Listed Date:
Sep 9, 2025
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,001
Total Sq Ft:
2,001
ZIP:
02176
Lot Size:
5,998 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1968
Schools
Elementary School:
Lincoln Elementary School
Middle School:
Melrose Middle School
High School:
Melrose High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas
Laundry Features
First Floor
Exterior
Architectural Style
Raised Ranch
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/ Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T- Station
Construction Materials
Frame, Brick
Exterior Features
Deck – Composite, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Fenced Yard
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Parking Spots
4
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$7,121
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CRP: Certified Relocation Professional CRS: Certified Residential Specialist GRI: Graduate of Realtors Institute CBR: Certified Buyers Representative BSBA: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Babson College 1979 MBA: Master of Business Administration. Babson College 2002 James M. Joly is President and Principal-Owner of Boardwalk Real Estate Corp.,…
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161 Washington St
Melrose, MA
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