Rare opportunity for 2300+ sq ft of living space & 3-4 beds, all on ONE LEVEL.Unique & loft-like space in converted 1930’s schoolhouse offers 11ft ceilings & huge windows w/east & west exposures that flood the space with light, views & cross ventilation.Fabulous flr plan w/open living area, foyer gallery for displaying art, separate 3 bed/2 full ba bedroom wing & an office/family rm (could be 4th bdrm) & 1/2 ba off the hall.A kitchen with cherry cabs, SS appliances & large island overlooks dining & living areas.Two bonus rooms (w/additional 500 sq ft of space) on garden level (with windows) offer space for private gym, art studio or workshop &/or storage galore.Two pkg spaces & private garden plot & common patio area.Strong 8-unit, 100% owner occupied, professionally managed association, w/strong reserves.Schoolhouse is situated on huge lot in park-like setting w/open views yet only .5 miles to train/bus/Blue Bikes.Mystic Lakes, Fellsway, access to highways & Tufts/Green line nearby.
CondoProperty Type
1931Year Built
$527Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lisa Johnson• RE/MAX Destiny
Bought with Yvonne Logan• Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
$5,000 bonus to 1st buyer at historic Gleason School conversion: expansive loft living w/lg BRs, 10-12' ceil' heights, huge wndws. Bldng is in giant park-like setting, open views all around, only 8 beau residences. Xtra work-studio lofts for sale to unit buyers. Convenient to W. Medford train sta., Mystic Lakes, Middlesex Fells, Arlington & Winchester; short drive to Camb. & Som'ville. Frm $479K-$679K, 1 3 level TH w/over 2700 sf, also 2 flats & 2 lvl PH lofts w/priv decks; AC is extra option
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,748 (+0.8%)
$792,000
2023
$6,693 (−2.7%)
$773,700
2022
$6,876 (+4.0%)
$763,100
2021
$6,610 (+1.5%)
$702,400
2020
$6,514 (+0.9%)
$709,600
2019
$6,456 (+4.9%)
$672,500
2018
$6,157 (+1.7%)
$601,300
2017
$6,052
$573,100
2016
$6,052 (+0.8%)
$540,800
2015
$6,002 (+19.1%)
$513,000
2014
$5,040 (+0.1%)
$411,400
2013
$5,034 (+4.1%)
$407,300
2012
$4,835 (+3.6%)
$401,900
2011
$4,666 (+3.6%)
$401,900
2010
$4,503 (−11.1%)
$410,100
2009
$5,067
$502,700
Tax history for 160 Playstead Rd #4
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$6,748 (+0.8%)
$792,000
2023
$6,693 (−2.7%)
$773,700
2022
$6,876 (+4.0%)
$763,100
2021
$6,610 (+1.5%)
$702,400
2020
$6,514 (+0.9%)
$709,600
2019
$6,456 (+4.9%)
$672,500
2018
$6,157 (+1.7%)
$601,300
2017
$6,052
$573,100
2016
$6,052 (+0.8%)
$540,800
2015
$6,002 (+19.1%)
$513,000
2014
$5,040 (+0.1%)
$411,400
2013
$5,034 (+4.1%)
$407,300
2012
$4,835 (+3.6%)
$401,900
2011
$4,666 (+3.6%)
$401,900
2010
$4,503 (−11.1%)
$410,100
2009
$5,067
$502,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: .5 miles from West Medford Commuter Rail--1 stop to North Station! High Street to Playstead Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 160 Playstead Road # 4, Medford MA 02155
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,328
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1931
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 4636148
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer Left As Gifts
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
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Brooks School
Public PreK-5 • 0.6mi
7/10
Medford Vocational Technical High School
Public 9-12 • 0.5mi
Bishop Elementary School
Public K-5 • 1.1mi
10/10
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