OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2022 for $765K

$893,702

•

1,851

sq ft

42 South Border Rd, Medford, MA 02155

About this home

Location, charm, style & adventure! This gorgeous home overlooks the Fells Reservation where you can enjoy miles of hiking trails, a picnic by Bellevue Pond & expansive city views at Wright’s Tower, or simply enjoy the view of the Fells during your morning coffee on the enclosed front porch! 3 bedrooms, a first floor office/ guest room, 1 full bath, 1 half bath and a NEWLY BUILT GARAGE ready to charge your electric vehicle make this house a true value. Smart Home features incl. Nest fire alarms & Smart Switches throughout. Spacious kitchen offers GAS COOKING, granite countertops, cherry cabinets & pantry. Formal dining room with built-in hutch & natural woodwork. Large, comfortable living room with beautiful woodwork, bay windows & charming stained glass piano window. Grassy back yard, fully fenced, fantastic for entertaining family & friends. Excellent commuter location close to 93 w/ easy access to Cambridge, downtown Boston and Logan Airport.

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

4,286 sq ftLot Size

$483Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Patti Reilly Team • RE/MAX Destiny

Bought with Domingo Medina • Coldwell Banker Realty - Winchester

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•Source:MLS PIN #73012198

Redfin Estimate

$893,702

$129K since sold in September 2022$7,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 12.3% higher than the average sale price ($796K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$790,000
A
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$848,888
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,518 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$775,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,408 sq ft
16 Elm St, Medford, MA 02155
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$722,000
D
3 beds1 bath1,579 sq ft
26 Gaston St, Medford, MA 02155
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$740,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,526 sq ft
269 Fulton St, Medford, MA 02155
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$899,000
F
4 beds1.5 baths1,783 sq ft
28 Parkway Rd, Medford, MA 02155

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Market trends in 02155, MA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.7%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$849K

$27K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

4 days MoM

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126

9 MoM

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Sale history for 42 South Border Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73012198

Sep 12, 2022

Sold

$765,000

$413/sq ft

Jul 20, 2022

Contingent

—

Jul 14, 2022

Listed

$749,999

$405/sq ft

MLS PIN #71979392

Jun 7, 2016

Sold

$477,000

$258/sq ft

Apr 6, 2016

Pending

—

Mar 30, 2016

Listed

$469,900

$254/sq ft

+24

Live across from the Middlesex Fells with miles of trails to hike, mountain bike or walk your dog. The living room has a lovely stained glass piano window. Picture entertaining family and friends in the dining room which easily fits a large table. There is abundant natural woodwork and beautifully refinished hardwood floors on the 1st floor. The updated kitchen has granite counters. Bonus: 1st floor room perfect for an office or 4th bedroom which has a convenient half bath. Walk upstairs to find a generous size landing with access to the porch overlooking the Fells. The gorgeous remodeled bath with glass tile tub surround looks like it came right out of HGTV. You’ll enjoy new custom wood blinds on the 1st floor. The kitchen and bedrooms have new custom cellular shades which can be opened from the top or bottom to give you both light and privacy. The nice back yard is ready for summer fun and barbecues. Near buses to Wellington & the Express Bus to Boston. Showings Have Begun.

MLS PIN #71641329

May 28, 2014

Sold

$430,000

$232/sq ft

Mar 24, 2014

Contingent

—

Mar 6, 2014

Listed

$469,000

$253/sq ft

+16

Well maintained and renovated classic center entrance Colonial located directly across from Middlesex Fells Reservation Area. Property features a new kitchen/pantry with maple cabinets and granite countertops and ceramic floor. Full and half bath both renovated with ceramic flooring, cherry vanity,linen cabinets and granite. New vinyl windows,Updated 100 amp electrical and new hot water heater. Minutes to Boston via car or MBTA.

MLS PIN #71098094

Jul 30, 2010

Sold

$270,000

$146/sq ft

Jul 9, 2010

Contingent

—

Jun 18, 2010

Listed

$329,000

$178/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,153 (+13.0%)

$407,100 + $421,800

$828,900

2024

$6,329 (+3.9%)

$369,200 + $373,600

$742,800

2023

$6,090 (+7.4%)

$345,100 + $358,900

$704,000

2022

$5,671 (+0.6%)

$313,700 + $315,700

$629,400

2021

$5,638 (+0.3%)

$298,800 + $300,300

$599,100

2020

$5,621 (+3.9%)

$306,400 + $305,900

$612,300

2019

$5,410 (+6.5%)

$278,500 + $285,000

$563,500

2018

$5,082 (+4.1%)

$253,200 + $243,100

$496,300

2017

$4,882 (+3.9%)

$236,700 + $225,600

$462,300

2016

$4,698 (+1.5%)

$215,200 + $204,600

$419,800

2015

$4,630 (+3.7%)

$204,900 + $190,800

$395,700

2014

$4,466 (+5.7%)

$195,200 + $169,400

$364,600

2013

$4,227 (+4.6%)

$205,400 + $136,600

$342,000

2012

$4,041 (+3.9%)

$196,900 + $139,000

$335,900

2011

$3,891 (+5.8%)

$196,900 + $138,200

$335,100

2010

$3,679 (−1.0%)

$196,900 + $138,200

$335,100

2009

$3,716

$202,400 + $166,300

$368,700

Tax history for 42 South Border Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,153 (+13.0%)

$407,100 + $421,800

$828,900

2024

$6,329 (+3.9%)

$369,200 + $373,600

$742,800

2023

$6,090 (+7.4%)

$345,100 + $358,900

$704,000

2022

$5,671 (+0.6%)

$313,700 + $315,700

$629,400

2021

$5,638 (+0.3%)

$298,800 + $300,300

$599,100

2020

$5,621 (+3.9%)

$306,400 + $305,900

$612,300

2019

$5,410 (+6.5%)

$278,500 + $285,000

$563,500

2018

$5,082 (+4.1%)

$253,200 + $243,100

$496,300

2017

$4,882 (+3.9%)

$236,700 + $225,600

$462,300

2016

$4,698 (+1.5%)

$215,200 + $204,600

$419,800

2015

$4,630 (+3.7%)

$204,900 + $190,800

$395,700

2014

$4,466 (+5.7%)

$195,200 + $169,400

$364,600

2013

$4,227 (+4.6%)

$205,400 + $136,600

$342,000

2012

$4,041 (+3.9%)

$196,900 + $139,000

$335,900

2011

$3,891 (+5.8%)

$196,900 + $138,200

$335,100

2010

$3,679 (−1.0%)

$196,900 + $138,200

$335,100

2009

$3,716

$202,400 + $166,300

$368,700

*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

4,356 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,851

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3658680S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

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

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

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

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Lighting - Sconce,Lighting - Overhead

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Window(s) - Stained Glass

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Exterior Access,Gas Stove,Lighting - Overhead

Office Room Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wood,Lighting - Overhead

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete, Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,851
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle, Other
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Enclosed
Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Fenced Yard

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,742.46
Tax Year: 2022

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: South Border Road across from the Fells Reservation
UnparsedAddress: 42 South Border Road, Medford MA 02155

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,851
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3658680S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: Wine Fridge In Pantry, Free Standing Kitchen Island
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Roberts Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

5/10

Andrews Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

6/10

Medford High School

Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

5/10

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

60% 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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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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$850,000 – $1.03M

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Data from public records.

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52 S Border Road, Medford, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1920 Sq. Ft.	$896,894
46 S Border Road, Medford, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2002 Sq. Ft.	$952,560
38 S Border Road, Medford, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1428 Sq. Ft.	$767,285
76 Westwood Road, Medford, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1353 Sq. Ft.	$818,603
50 Westwood Road, Medford, MA 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	$642,740
57 Westwood Road, Medford, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1521 Sq. Ft.	$771,310

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 S Border Road, Medford, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1636 Sq. Ft.	$1,024,951
50 S Border Road, Medford, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1589 Sq. Ft.	$839,646
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