Located on a lovely, winding road in the highly sought after "Morningside" area of town, you'll love this beautifully expanded Garrison Colonial! This classic stunner features contemporary flair & design including a newly reno'd kitchen w/custom cherry cabinets, Jenn Air appliances & a central island, perfect for less formal meals. The 1st floor showcases an open floor plan where the kitchen seamlessly flows into the dining room, which leads to a large living room w/fireplace. Off of the main living area there is a fabulous 3 season porch w/surrounding glass doors & cathedral ceilings - you'll spend countless hours in this beautiful room enjoying the peaceful indoor/outdoor aesthetic! The top level boasts 4 nicely sized bedrooms, including a phenomenal master suite w/jacuzzi bath, his &hers walk-in closets, skylights, palladium window & wood burning fireplace! All of this + freshly updated lower level w/1/2 bath, 2 car garage w/direct access & a great yard with mature plantings!
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
10,600 sq ftLot Size
$610Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Julie Gibson• Bowes Real Estate Real Living
Serene & sophisticated, you've found your new home! This Morningside Colonial features an open concept living room w/fireplace, dining room w/french doors leading to a fabulous 3 season room ~ you'll feel like you're on vacation! Upper level has 4 bedrooms w/great light, custom closets & C/A. Stunning master suite boasts his/hers closets, jacuzzi tub, cathedral ceilings & fireplace! Lower level has a great family rm w/wetbar. All this + 2 car garage, nw roof/heat/windows & a beautiful yard!
Public Records
Feb 1, 1978
Sold
$65,500
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,516 (+6.9%)
$634,700 + $713,100
$1,347,800
2024
$13,575 (+6.3%)
$634,700 + $647,200
$1,281,900
2023
$12,768 (+4.1%)
$546,100 + $592,900
$1,139,000
2022
$12,269 (+2.1%)
$516,600 + $557,700
$1,074,300
2021
$12,017 (+2.5%)
$516,600 + $543,100
$1,059,700
2020
$11,721 (+13.3%)
$516,600 + $543,200
$1,059,800
2019
$10,341 (+1.1%)
$516,600 + $401,800
$918,400
2018
$10,230
$442,800 + $400,600
$843,400
2017
$10,223 (+8.4%)
$413,300 + $400,600
$813,900
2016
$9,431 (+2.4%)
$354,200 + $382,600
$736,800
2015
$9,210 (+1.8%)
$317,300 + $362,400
$679,700
2014
$9,048 (+3.5%)
$293,700 + $362,400
$656,100
2013
$8,744 (+7.7%)
$280,100 + $362,400
$642,500
2012
$8,117 (+18.1%)
$236,200 + $358,000
$594,200
2011
$6,871 (+2.5%)
$236,200 + $317,500
$553,700
2010
$6,705 (−1.8%)
$236,200 + $317,500
$553,700
2009
$6,830
$240,900 + $332,100
$573,000
Tax history for 66 Melvin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,516 (+6.9%)
$634,700 + $713,100
$1,347,800
2024
$13,575 (+6.3%)
$634,700 + $647,200
$1,281,900
2023
$12,768 (+4.1%)
$546,100 + $592,900
$1,139,000
2022
$12,269 (+2.1%)
$516,600 + $557,700
$1,074,300
2021
$12,017 (+2.5%)
$516,600 + $543,100
$1,059,700
2020
$11,721 (+13.3%)
$516,600 + $543,200
$1,059,800
2019
$10,341 (+1.1%)
$516,600 + $401,800
$918,400
2018
$10,230
$442,800 + $400,600
$843,400
2017
$10,223 (+8.4%)
$413,300 + $400,600
$813,900
2016
$9,431 (+2.4%)
$354,200 + $382,600
$736,800
2015
$9,210 (+1.8%)
$317,300 + $362,400
$679,700
2014
$9,048 (+3.5%)
$293,700 + $362,400
$656,100
2013
$8,744 (+7.7%)
$280,100 + $362,400
$642,500
2012
$8,117 (+18.1%)
$236,200 + $358,000
$594,200
2011
$6,871 (+2.5%)
$236,200 + $317,500
$553,700
2010
$6,705 (−1.8%)
$236,200 + $317,500
$553,700
2009
$6,830
$240,900 + $332,100
$573,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
2,428
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3248336S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Jul 15, 2026 • Active
Electrical permit application
Renovate a second floor bathroom and install floor heating.
Bathroom
Electrical
Heat pump
HVAC
Jul 10, 2025 • Active
Plumbing permit application
Remodel a second floor bathroom and install new fixtures.
Bathroom
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 6
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Driveway, Paved
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Sun Room, Office, Central Vacuum
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,644
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
Color: Light Tan
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,210
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Ridge to Melvin or Morningside to Melvin
UnparsedAddress: 66 Melvin Road, Arlington MA 02474
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,428
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3248336S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 4
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Bishop Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Ottoson Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Arlington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
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