Charming & full of character, this classic Gambrel offers timeless details & warm, inviting living spaces throughout. Hardwood floors flow through the home, while the sun-filled living room showcases custom built-ins, elegant French doors & a cozy fireplace perfect for relaxing evenings. Formal dining room features chair rail detail & additional custom built-ins, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers tile flooring, a gas stove, and a dining area w/ a convenient half bath just off the kitchen. A bright sun-room leads to a screened-in porch overlooking the outdoors, providing the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms, second-floor laundry & a full bath, along with access to a walk-up attic offering excellent storage or future expansion potential. Additional highlights include a walkout basement with additional ample storage, one-car garage & a beautiful stone wall surrounding the driveway, adding to the home’s curb appeal.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
5,665 sq ftLot Size
$460Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Carol McDonald• Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Listed by • Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
Bought with Elizabeth Bain• Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors
Est. $3,955 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 189 Playstead Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73522600
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$861,000
$460/sq ft
Jun 30, 2026
Sold
$861,000
$460/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 1, 2026
Contingent
—
May 21, 2026
Listed
$839,000
$448/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Listed
$839,000
$448/sq ft
Charming & full of character, this classic Gambrel offers timeless details & warm, inviting living spaces throughout. Hardwood floors flow through the home, while the sun-filled living room showcases custom built-ins, elegant French doors & a cozy fireplace perfect for relaxing evenings. Formal dining room features chair rail detail & additional custom built-ins, creating an ideal space for entertaining. The spacious kitchen offers tile flooring, a gas stove, and a dining area w/ a convenient half bath just off the kitchen. A bright sun-room leads to a screened-in porch overlooking the outdoors, providing the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms, second-floor laundry & a full bath, along with access to a walk-up attic offering excellent storage or future expansion potential. Additional highlights include a walkout basement with additional ample storage, one-car garage & a beautiful stone wall surrounding the driveway, adding to the home’s curb appeal.
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Winthrop St to Playstead Rd
UnparsedAddress: 189 Playstead Road, Medford MA 02155
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,872
Stories: 3.0
Parking Spaces: 5
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 5,665 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 624393S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Brooks School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
Andrews Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
Medford High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
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