The complete package: updated home offering ease of living, great location and beautiful large fenced-in yard. Located in the enviable Lawrence Estates area, this house blends form and function. The 1st floor offers an open concept layout; the new kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, quartz counters/island and new hardwood floors flows into the fireplace living room and dining room. Two bedrooms, full updated bathroom w/ stackable washer dryer complete the first floor. The updated finished lower level includes another bedroom/office, full bath, family room, dining area and kitchenette. Many options for in-law or Au-pair suite. The attached garage leads out to the serene, level backyard, setting the stage for relaxation and outdoor entertaining. With a location of extraordinary convenience; easy commutes are minutes to Boston and major highway accesses, walking distance to Medford Square, Chevalier Theatre, Fellsway conservation trails and more. Buyer to verify all information.
MINT CONDITION HOME IN MOST DESIRABLE LOCATION;GLEAMING HDWD FLOORS;F.P. LIV. ROOM;ULTRA MOD KIT. W/SKYLIGHTS;LOWER LEVEL FAM ROOM & ONE BEDROOM;ATRIUM DOORS OFF KIT LEADING TO PATIO;I CAR ATT. GARAGE;SOME FINISH WORK NEEDED IN BASEMENT.
Public Records
Oct 5, 1994
Sold
$172,000
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,348 (+10.2%)
$549,800 + $301,600
$851,400
2024
$6,665 (+11.3%)
$498,700 + $283,600
$782,300
2023
$5,989 (+3.5%)
$466,000 + $226,400
$692,400
2022
$5,784 (−0.2%)
$423,700 + $218,200
$641,900
2021
$5,796 (+4.3%)
$403,500 + $212,400
$615,900
2020
$5,558 (+5.0%)
$403,500 + $201,900
$605,400
2019
$5,292 (+5.8%)
$366,800 + $184,400
$551,200
2018
$5,003 (+2.0%)
$333,400 + $155,200
$488,600
2017
$4,906 (+5.2%)
$311,600 + $153,000
$464,600
2016
$4,664 (−0.5%)
$283,300 + $133,500
$416,800
2015
$4,686 (+3.3%)
$269,800 + $130,700
$400,500
2014
$4,536
$256,900 + $113,400
$370,300
2013
$4,537 (+1.2%)
$270,400 + $96,700
$367,100
2012
$4,482 (+2.8%)
$270,400 + $102,200
$372,600
2011
$4,358 (+1.1%)
$270,400 + $105,000
$375,400
2010
$4,310 (+13.2%)
$270,400 + $122,100
$392,500
2009
$3,806
$254,200 + $123,400
$377,600
Tax history for 55 Ripley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,348 (+10.2%)
$549,800 + $301,600
$851,400
2024
$6,665 (+11.3%)
$498,700 + $283,600
$782,300
2023
$5,989 (+3.5%)
$466,000 + $226,400
$692,400
2022
$5,784 (−0.2%)
$423,700 + $218,200
$641,900
2021
$5,796 (+4.3%)
$403,500 + $212,400
$615,900
2020
$5,558 (+5.0%)
$403,500 + $201,900
$605,400
2019
$5,292 (+5.8%)
$366,800 + $184,400
$551,200
2018
$5,003 (+2.0%)
$333,400 + $155,200
$488,600
2017
$4,906 (+5.2%)
$311,600 + $153,000
$464,600
2016
$4,664 (−0.5%)
$283,300 + $133,500
$416,800
2015
$4,686 (+3.3%)
$269,800 + $130,700
$400,500
2014
$4,536
$256,900 + $113,400
$370,300
2013
$4,537 (+1.2%)
$270,400 + $96,700
$367,100
2012
$4,482 (+2.8%)
$270,400 + $102,200
$372,600
2011
$4,358 (+1.1%)
$270,400 + $105,000
$375,400
2010
$4,310 (+13.2%)
$270,400 + $122,100
$392,500
2009
$3,806
$254,200 + $123,400
$377,600
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,024
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
96340S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Jun 20, 2024 • Final
Building permit, one or two family dwelling
Work on weatherization.
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.
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Wood Laminate
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,737
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler System, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,784
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Location Information
Directions: Ashcroft to Westvale to Ripley
UnparsedAddress: 55 Ripley Rd, Medford MA 02155
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,024
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,841 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 96340S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Roberts Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Andrews Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Medford High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
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