WEST END! Beautiful Colonial overlooking Fellsmere Pond - one of the few homes in Malden with a water view! Enjoy the peace & serenity at the pond, hike & bike on the Fells, play tennis at Amerige Park, or rent a canoe at nearby Spot Pond! This lovely home is complemented by original details & modern updates. Cozy up by the fireplace in the living room, watch a movie in the four-season room, or sit in the terraced yard & listen to the water feature. The kitchen is fitted w/ stainless appliances, granite counters, breakfast bar & and dining area that leads to a lovely 4 season room. A fireplaced living room, office with a cascade of windows, & a 1/2 bath complete the 1st floor. The 2nd level offers 3 spacious bedrooms & a full bath including a primary bedroom w/laundry room & sink area. Garage, new patio (2020), new roof (2021), freshly painted exterior (2024) new 1st floor mini splits (2024) & new hot water heater (2023)! Close to 93, MBTA, & Malden Center- a compelling opportunity!
Est. $3,057 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 98 West Border Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73505368
Jun 3, 2026
Sold
$930,000
$505/sq ft
Apr 22, 2026
Listed
$874,900
$475/sq ft
MLS PIN #72624026
Apr 21, 2020
Sold
$605,000
$329/sq ft
Mar 3, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 26, 2020
Listed
$576,000
$313/sq ft
+15
Lifetime home in ideal setting boasts the best of both worlds: a beautiful, tranquil location set above picturesque Fellsmere Pond that also offers quick & easy access to buses, T, bustling Malden Center & major routes. This classic gem has been lovingly kept by owners & has an array fine features, including hardwood floors, lovely moldings & more. 1st floor offers abundant natural light, well-appointed living space & a gracious flow throughout. Warm foyer entrance greets you. Elegant LR with fireplace offers access to den & also flows to open DR/kitchen, complete with breakfast bar, ample cabinets & large dining area. French doors lead to sunroom that may be enjoyed 3 out of 4 seasons, plus you will appreciate the convenience of a ½ bath tucked off the kitchen. Generous 2nd floor has master bedroom with double closets, 2 BRs, full bath, plus a bonus room to be used as you wish. Garage, lovely lot with mature plantings & patio, and those serene seasonal Pond views round out the list.
MLS PIN #70577820
Jun 27, 2007
Sold
$376,500
$205/sq ft
Jun 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 14, 2007
Listed
$379,900
$206/sq ft
SPARKLING 4 bedroom dutch colonial in Malden's West End overlooking Fellsmere Park. This fantastic home has been fully updated: gorgeous kitchen, updated baths, all new double hung replacement windows, new roof(2003), refinished hardwood floors, freshly painted inside & out, 1 car garage and an unbeatable location, tucked behind Fellsmere Pond, offering easy access to MBTA rail & bus routes, Route 93, local services & amenities and downtown Boston.
Public Records
May 29, 1992
Sold
$170,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,451 (+9.4%)
$351,300 + $390,000
$741,300
2025
$7,727 (+5.0%)
$326,200 + $356,400
$682,600
2024
$7,362 (+3.7%)
$303,200 + $326,600
$629,800
2023
$7,102 (+3.8%)
$276,000 + $306,600
$582,600
2022
$6,842 (+7.5%)
$255,100 + $298,900
$554,000
2021
$6,366 (+1.4%)
$239,600 + $278,400
$518,000
2020
$6,276 (+8.6%)
$228,300 + $267,800
$496,100
2019
$5,780
$217,500 + $218,100
$435,600
2018
$5,783 (+2.9%)
$200,700 + $209,700
$410,400
2017
$5,618 (+4.7%)
$192,400 + $204,100
$396,500
2016
$5,367 (+0.4%)
$169,400 + $184,600
$354,000
2015
$5,348 (+5.6%)
$161,000 + $179,000
$340,000
2014
$5,062 (+5.8%)
$146,400 + $168,000
$314,400
2013
$4,783 (+10.8%)
$138,800 + $162,400
$301,200
2012
$4,316 (+2.9%)
$138,800 + $162,400
$301,200
2011
$4,194 (+3.8%)
$146,400 + $162,400
$308,800
2010
$4,039 (+18.8%)
$154,700 + $171,300
$326,000
2009
$3,401
$158,900 + $184,300
$343,200
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,580
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2603613S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Dec 11, 2024 • Final
Residential
Add a new laundry room and renovate the existing sunroom. Perform structural repairs in the basement.
Addition
Remodel
Dec 9, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Install a laundry room, recessed lighting, and a new heating and air conditioning unit in the basement. Relocate electrical wiring as needed.
Electrical
HVAC
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.
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Door Features: French Doors
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Recessed Lighting, Sun Room, Office
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,841
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Grey
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1841
Has Waterview
Pond
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
WaterfrontYN: Yes
Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Pond, Walk to
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,490.32
Tax Year: 2026
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling: Dual, Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Fellsway East to Fellsmere Road to West Border Road
UnparsedAddress: 98 West Border Road, Malden MA 02148
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,580
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2603613S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property, Basement Freezer, & Projector
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Beebe School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Malden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
59% 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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Historical weather
Malden, MA • 02148
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Sun exposure
52/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
6.9 hrs
1.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$923,000 – $1.12M
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