SOLD BY REDFIN MAY 26, 2021

Off Market May 2021 for $675K

$865,717

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,058/mo

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2,176

sq ft

72 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 02148

About this home

Beautiful 3BR Cape on a corner lot in the Maplewood Highlands of Malden. This home sits high at the top of a quiet tree-lined street with plenty of privacy & curb appeal near High Rock Memorial Park. Sunny main level has bright open layout that flows into a spacious living room with cozy decorative fireplace. Modern eat-in kitchen features island bar, granite countertops, and custom cabinetry - all seamlessly integrated into an elegant formal dining room with ample storage space. One bedroom is on the main floor, plus two additional bedrooms upstairs. Each floor has a full bath. Downstairs, the finished lower level with second kitchenette provides an extended living area that can be used as an extra bedroom/guest suite, office area, or play space. 3 separate heat zones and plenty of closet space throughout. Private concrete patio off the kitchen overlooks large fenced backyard with mature landscaping. Expansive four-season sunroom offers additional room to unwind.

Single-familyProperty Type

1955Year Built

6,214 sq ftLot Size

$398Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Seller's agent

Kimberley Johnson Redfin Corp.

Bought with The Rasner Group • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

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•Source:MLS PIN #72807155

Redfin Estimate

$865,717

$191K since sold in May 2021$8,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 1.2% lower than the average sale price ($877K) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$860,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,624 sq ft
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$800,000
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$785,000
E
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SOLD JAN 15, 2026
$1,005,000
F
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Market trends in 02148, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.7%

+0.7% MoM

Median sale price

$765K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

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Sale history for 72 Nichols Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72807155

May 26, 2021

Sold

$675,000

$310/sq ft

Apr 7, 2021

Contingent

—

Apr 1, 2021

Price Changed

$675,000

$310/sq ft

Apr 1, 2021

Listed

$649,000

$298/sq ft

MLS PIN #71058751

Aug 16, 2010

Sold

$357,500

$164/sq ft

Jun 1, 2010

Contingent

—

May 21, 2010

Price Changed

$365,000

$168/sq ft

Apr 29, 2010

Price Changed

$379,000

$174/sq ft

Apr 5, 2010

Listed

$389,000

$179/sq ft

Gem of a home located on a corner lot in one of Malden finer neighborhoods. Completely remodeled interior within the last 4 years. Kitchen features ceramic tile, granite counters, maple cabinets and an island made of granite counter and cherry cabinets. Features 3 ceramic tile baths, hardwood floors and solid wood doors throughout. Basement completely remodeled for extended living. Porch was converted into a family room. 3 seperate heat zones, plenty of closet space. Private concrete patio.

MLS PIN #30603052

May 31, 2002

Sold

$248,500

$114/sq ft

May 2, 2002

Listing Removed

—

May 2, 2002

Listed

$249,900

$115/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 28, 2001

Sold

$158,333

$73/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,858 (+3.9%)

$321,000 + $456,000

$777,000

2025

$8,528 (+5.1%)

$294,900 + $458,500

$753,400

2024

$8,118 (+3.2%)

$277,600 + $416,800

$694,400

2023

$7,867 (+4.2%)

$251,600 + $393,800

$645,400

2022

$7,553 (+8.4%)

$229,900 + $381,700

$611,600

2021

$6,967 (+4.6%)

$216,900 + $350,000

$566,900

2020

$6,659 (+6.8%)

$200,400 + $326,000

$526,400

2019

$6,237 (+3.9%)

$190,800 + $279,200

$470,000

2018

$6,002 (+2.7%)

$158,300 + $267,700

$426,000

2017

$5,847 (+2.9%)

$158,300 + $254,300

$412,600

2016

$5,680 (+2.4%)

$145,300 + $229,400

$374,700

2015

$5,545 (+3.7%)

$138,400 + $214,100

$352,500

2014

$5,348 (+2.5%)

$125,800 + $206,400

$332,200

2013

$5,220 (+19.2%)

$122,300 + $206,400

$328,700

2012

$4,378 (+38.4%)

$122,300 + $183,200

$305,500

2011

$3,164 (+0.7%)

$115,900 + $117,100

$233,000

2010

$3,141 (+10.8%)

$128,800 + $124,700

$253,500

2009

$2,834

$140,500 + $145,500

$286,000

Tax history for 72 Nichols Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$8,858 (+3.9%)

$321,000 + $456,000

$777,000

2025

$8,528 (+5.1%)

$294,900 + $458,500

$753,400

2024

$8,118 (+3.2%)

$277,600 + $416,800

$694,400

2023

$7,867 (+4.2%)

$251,600 + $393,800

$645,400

2022

$7,553 (+8.4%)

$229,900 + $381,700

$611,600

2021

$6,967 (+4.6%)

$216,900 + $350,000

$566,900

2020

$6,659 (+6.8%)

$200,400 + $326,000

$526,400

2019

$6,237 (+3.9%)

$190,800 + $279,200

$470,000

2018

$6,002 (+2.7%)

$158,300 + $267,700

$426,000

2017

$5,847 (+2.9%)

$158,300 + $254,300

$412,600

2016

$5,680 (+2.4%)

$145,300 + $229,400

$374,700

2015

$5,545 (+3.7%)

$138,400 + $214,100

$352,500

2014

$5,348 (+2.5%)

$125,800 + $206,400

$332,200

2013

$5,220 (+19.2%)

$122,300 + $206,400

$328,700

2012

$4,378 (+38.4%)

$122,300 + $183,200

$305,500

2011

$3,164 (+0.7%)

$115,900 + $117,100

$233,000

2010

$3,141 (+10.8%)

$128,800 + $124,700

$253,500

2009

$2,834

$140,500 + $145,500

$286,000

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,708

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3376387S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Sep 6, 2023 • Final

Hvac / sheet metal residential

Install a Fujitsu ductless heating and air conditioning system.

HVAC

Aug 14, 2023 • Final

Electrical

Install an electric vehicle charger.

Electrical

Ev charger

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 Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 224
Length: 14
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 176
Length: 11
Width: 16
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 144
Length: 12
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Basement
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Closet,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Area: 264
Length: 22
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Family Room Information
Area: 288
Length: 12
Width: 24
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting

Dining Room Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 11
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Game Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,176
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Cream

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,659
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: Williams St or Rockingham Ave to Nichols Rd
UnparsedAddress: 72 Nichols Road, Malden MA 02148

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,708
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3376387S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Forestdale School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

6/10

Malden High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 97° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Malden, MA • 02148

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$823,000 – $996,000

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Home values near 72 Nichols Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
39 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 800 Sq. Ft.	$561,866
63 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1372 Sq. Ft.	$695,550

Address	Redfin Estimate
45 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$665,410
69 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 976 Sq. Ft.	$626,303

Address	Redfin Estimate
55 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 968 Sq. Ft.	$746,494
73 Nichols Rd, Malden, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$675,094

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