Nestled on a dead-end street in sought-after West Medford, this charming Cape-style home offers a ton of potential in an ideal location. Perfectly situated for commuters, it boasts easy access to the commuter rail and is in close proximity to Brooks Elementary School as well as vibrant communities Somerville and Arlington. Embrace the opportunity to transform this cozy residence into your dream home, infusing it with your personal style. Add your personal touches or expand upon the existing footprint with the potential provided by the expansive double lot. The main level features a living room, dining room adorned with a fireplace, kitchen with newer refrigerator and range, a spacious bedroom, den and full bathroom. Upstairs, there are two more large bedrooms with vaulted ceilings. Beyond the home, the property extends to include a 5,600 sqft. lot adjacent to Valley Park Street, providing ample outdoor space for relaxation and recreation. Extra lot is not developable.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$636Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Michael O'Brien• ERA Key Realty Services- Fram
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,239
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
606414S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Feb 10, 2025 • Active
1 and 2 family residential building
Install attic and kneewall insulation. Install a vapor barrier and perform air sealing.
Remodel
Nov 6, 2024 • Final
1 and 2 family residential building
Install new energy star window inserts. No structural work is included.
Roofing
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.
Directions: High St. to Austin Rd. to Prescott St. to Roland St.
UnparsedAddress: 8 Roland St, Medford MA 02155
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,239
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 606414S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Brooks School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
Andrews Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Medford High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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