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Off Market Apr 2022 for $845K

$979,001

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,825/mo

•

1,600

sq ft

85 Rockingham Ave, Malden, MA 02148

About this home

Your private oasis awaits! Pristine sun-drenched home, perched on a hill abutting conservation land with panoramic views, combines classic and modern architecture and an abundance of outdoor space. In the heart of Malden, on the Melrose line, this stunning, 2016 gut renovation, includes 3 BR,1.5 BA with newer windows that bring in brilliant light from all directions. First floor has a wide-open feel with a flexible layout, an island kitchen, including granite counters and stainless appliances. Gleaming hardwood floors and recessed lighting throughout. Upstairs 3 BR with generous closet space and a fully updated BA. Recent improvements include: a brand-new roof with FULLY PAID SOLAR PANELS that earn credits for production and EV CHARGER, an expanded driveway, newer HVAC, plumbing, electric and a new garden wall. Relax on your large deck surrounded by colorful, perennial gardens that can be enjoyed for years to come. True hidden gem, ready for the next owner. OH Fri 4-6, Sat/Sun 12-2

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.28 acresLot Size

$612Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

4 spacesParking

Listed by Carol Henriquez • Coldwell Banker Realty - Arlington

Bought with Ann Cohen • Compass

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•Source:MLS PIN #72956848

Redfin Estimate

$979,001

$134K since sold in April 2022$9,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 39.4% higher than the average sale price ($703K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$707,000
A
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SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$475,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,640 sq ft
35 Mount Washington Ave, Malden, MA 02148
SOLD DEC 16, 2025
$700,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,520 sq ft
8 Hancock St, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$685,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,572 sq ft
65 Jacob St, Malden, MA 02148
SOLD MAY 29, 2026
$898,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,500 sq ft
176 Forest St, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$750,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,640 sq ft
197 Bainbridge St, Malden, MA 02148

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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

0 days MoM

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This home is in need of complete rehab throughout. Set up on a hill and nice view.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 85 Rockingham Ave

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #72956848

Apr 19, 2022

Sold

$845,000

$528/sq ft

Mar 23, 2022

Listed

$729,900

$456/sq ft

MLS PIN #72107084

Mar 3, 2017

Sold

$525,000

$328/sq ft

Jan 15, 2017

Pending

—

Jan 10, 2017

Listed

$525,000

$328/sq ft

+13

Beautifully renovated 3 bedroom with open floor plan. Kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Gleaming hardwood floors. dining area flows into living room with sunny wall to wall windows. Large deck off kitchen with ample car parking. Brand new heating system with central air and forced hot air. All updated electrical and new hot water tank. Amazing views on a quiet street

MLS PIN #72012983

Jun 29, 2016

Sold

$291,000

$182/sq ft

Jun 4, 2016

Pending

—

May 27, 2016

Listed

$269,900

$169/sq ft

+24

This home is calling all contractors or handy buyer with 203k renovation money that doesn't mind bringing this old gem to it's former glory. Nestled in the heart of the Maplewood Highlands surrounded by scenic views from almost every window is this quaint turn-of-the 19th century colonial.Old world charm abounds in the enclosed farmer's porch,knotty pine living room w/hardwood floors and natural woodwork, formal dining room w/built-in china cabinet, 1st floor c.t full bath and large eat-in kitchen w/lots of cabinets and counter space.The second floor boasts hardwood floors, full bath w/old-style claw tub and three bedrooms w/spectacular views. Nature enthusiasts take notice! This is an oasis in the city and place to call home after a hard day at work.Walk along high rock park and enjoy the outdoors. For the avid city dweller - don't despair - you're still close enough to shops and bus and minutes to all major routes for easy commuting time.Large lot abutting conservation land.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,512 (+2.2%)

$389,200 + $532,700

$921,900

2025

$10,288 (+6.8%)

$360,000 + $548,800

$908,800

2024

$9,631 (+0.7%)

$340,500 + $483,400

$823,900

2023

$9,565 (+38.5%)

$311,300 + $473,400

$784,700

2022

$6,906 (+6.5%)

$282,100 + $277,100

$559,200

2021

$6,482 (+3.0%)

$257,800 + $269,600

$527,400

2020

$6,295 (+5.2%)

$245,200 + $252,400

$497,600

2019

$5,982 (+8.0%)

$233,500 + $217,300

$450,800

2018

$5,537 (+10.3%)

$197,000 + $196,000

$393,000

2017

$5,018 (+0.5%)

$197,000 + $157,100

$354,100

2016

$4,991 (+2.7%)

$187,300 + $141,900

$329,200

2015

$4,862 (+4.7%)

$176,600 + $132,500

$309,100

2014

$4,643 (+4.2%)

$160,500 + $127,900

$288,400

2013

$4,456 (+10.8%)

$152,700 + $127,900

$280,600

2012

$4,021 (+9.1%)

$152,700 + $127,900

$280,600

2011

$3,684 (+3.6%)

$143,400 + $127,900

$271,300

2010

$3,555 (+13.6%)

$150,800 + $136,100

$286,900

2009

$3,129

$164,500 + $151,200

$315,700

Tax history for 85 Rockingham Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,512 (+2.2%)

$389,200 + $532,700

$921,900

2025

$10,288 (+6.8%)

$360,000 + $548,800

$908,800

2024

$9,631 (+0.7%)

$340,500 + $483,400

$823,900

2023

$9,565 (+38.5%)

$311,300 + $473,400

$784,700

2022

$6,906 (+6.5%)

$282,100 + $277,100

$559,200

2021

$6,482 (+3.0%)

$257,800 + $269,600

$527,400

2020

$6,295 (+5.2%)

$245,200 + $252,400

$497,600

2019

$5,982 (+8.0%)

$233,500 + $217,300

$450,800

2018

$5,537 (+10.3%)

$197,000 + $196,000

$393,000

2017

$5,018 (+0.5%)

$197,000 + $157,100

$354,100

2016

$4,991 (+2.7%)

$187,300 + $141,900

$329,200

2015

$4,862 (+4.7%)

$176,600 + $132,500

$309,100

2014

$4,643 (+4.2%)

$160,500 + $127,900

$288,400

2013

$4,456 (+10.8%)

$152,700 + $127,900

$280,600

2012

$4,021 (+9.1%)

$152,700 + $127,900

$280,600

2011

$3,684 (+3.6%)

$143,400 + $127,900

$271,300

2010

$3,555 (+13.6%)

$150,800 + $136,100

$286,900

2009

$3,129

$164,500 + $151,200

$315,700

*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

0.28 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,498

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1511477S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.

Dec 10, 2026 • Active

Plumbing

Replace a laundry drain and a lead drum trap.

Plumbing

May 8, 2023 • Final

Residential building: renovation / repair

Build a shower enclosure in a bathroom. Install a shower base, tile the walls, and install a glass door. Install a shower head with a mixing valve.

Bathroom

Remodel

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: 4
Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway, Stone/Gravel, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Remodeled,Washer Hookup,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Stainless Steel Appliances,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Sun Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,600
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: white

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Patio, Rain Gutters, City View(s), Garden

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Green Energy Generation: Solar

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Easements
ViewYN: Has View
View: City View(s), Scenic View(s), City
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public, Private Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road, Private Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,906
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: Pk in front of house or in front of High Rock Park. Walk up roadway to left of house. Follow signs
UnparsedAddress: 85 Rockingham Ave, Malden MA 02148

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,498
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1511477S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Forestdale School

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Malden High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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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 hot days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

Wind Factor

We're working on getting current and accurate wind risk information for this home.

Air Factor

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Historical weather

Malden, MA • 02148

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Sun exposure

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

$931,000 – $1.13M

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Home values near 85 Rockingham Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
88 Rockingham Avenue, Malden, MA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4284 Sq. Ft.	$1,821,705
60 Rockingham Avenue, Malden, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$681,111

Address	Redfin Estimate
74 Rockingham Avenue, Malden, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1097 Sq. Ft.	$659,226
56 Rockingham Avenue, Malden, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1056 Sq. Ft.	$660,603

Address	Redfin Estimate
66 Rockingham Avenue, Malden, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1300 Sq. Ft.	$720,013
50 Rockingham Avenue, Malden, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1490 Sq. Ft.	$781,172

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