Located in desirable North Medford on a side street, this charming brick bungalow cottage offers privacy, convenience, and easy access to Boston.This well-maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and hardwood floors throughout, blending classic character with thoughtful updates. The updated kitchen and bath, newer appliances, central air, heat pump, gas heating, and gas cooking provide modern comfort and efficiency. Situated on a spacious 9,500+ sq ft fenced lot, the property includes a beautifully maintained backyard, open garage, and two off-street parking spaces. Conveniently located near Medford Square, I-93, local shops, restaurants, Wright’s Pond, Middlesex Fells Reservation, and the newly redesigned Carr Park. Excellent opportunity for future expansion potential.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
9,503 sq ftLot Size
$657Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Neran Rohra• Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Listed by • Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Bought with Kent & Buckley Realty Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Est. $3,270 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 126 Fern Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73517849
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$788,000
$657/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Pending
—
May 21, 2026
Contingent
—
May 13, 2026
Listed
$715,000
$596/sq ft
MLS PIN #72575665
Jan 9, 2020
Sold
$475,000
$396/sq ft
Dec 11, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 4, 2019
Contingent
—
Nov 15, 2019
Price Changed
$495,000
$413/sq ft
Nov 4, 2019
Relisted
—
Nov 1, 2019
Pending
—
Oct 22, 2019
Contingent
—
Oct 14, 2019
Listed
$499,900
$417/sq ft
+14
COMMUTERS DREAM! 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath and hardwood floors throughout! Beautiful cherry trim throughout, solid wood doors with original glass knobs. Gas heat & cooking. Central vacuum. So much charm! This brick bungalow cottage is nestled on Fern Rd with a great size yard that is all fenced in and minutes to the highway! Super convenient commuter location. Potential expansion possibilities with this great size lot!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,119 (+14.3%)
$423,600 + $285,400
$709,000
2024
$5,355 (+2.7%)
$384,200 + $244,300
$628,500
2023
$5,214 (+8.5%)
$359,100 + $243,700
$602,800
2022
$4,807 (+2.8%)
$326,500 + $207,000
$533,500
2021
$4,677 (+0.2%)
$311,000 + $186,000
$497,000
2020
$4,666 (+3.6%)
$311,000 + $197,300
$508,300
2019
$4,506 (+6.3%)
$282,800 + $186,600
$469,400
2018
$4,239 (+6.6%)
$257,100 + $156,900
$414,000
2017
$3,978 (+5.0%)
$240,300 + $136,400
$376,700
2016
$3,788 (−3.0%)
$218,400 + $120,100
$338,500
2015
$3,905 (+2.0%)
$208,000 + $125,800
$333,800
2014
$3,827 (+1.5%)
$198,100 + $114,300
$312,400
2013
$3,769 (+1.0%)
$208,500 + $96,400
$304,900
2012
$3,732 (+5.8%)
$208,500 + $101,700
$310,200
2011
$3,526 (−9.4%)
$208,500 + $95,200
$303,700
2010
$3,891 (−1.6%)
$208,500 + $145,900
$354,400
2009
$3,954
$239,100 + $153,200
$392,300
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,583 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
3922297S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Dec 3, 2026 • Final
Building permit, one or two family dwelling
Finish a section of the basement.
Remodel
Apr 12, 2023 • Final
Building permit, one or two family dwelling
Perform insulation work as part of an energy efficiency program.
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 Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,583 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3922297S
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Roberts Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Andrews Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Medford High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
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