Located in one of West Medford's premier locations, characterized by its proportion and balance, this timeless colonial maintains a feel of elegance while meeting the needs of today’s buyers! The beautiful foyer w/dramatic entry & grand staircase, a large formal living room, stain-glass windows, original fireplace, family room w/built-ins, 1/2 bath w/laundry and 6 bay windows & all bamboo floors are sure to be admired. An updated kitchen w/granite & stainless appliances leads to great yard perfect for play & entertaining. Level two consists a family bath and 4 corner bedrooms; 3 w/bay windows & walk-in closets. Level three finds 2 Bedrooms, one w/en-suite bath, & a bonus room perfect for home office.The new front porch offers fabulous views of Playstead Park & this ideal location is only 6 Miles to Boston, 0.2 miles to West Medford Shops & Commuter Rail & the Fells Reservation, Rte 2, Rte 93 and Tufts University are all close by. This grand home is not to be missed! Very easy to show!
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
5,135 sq ftLot Size
$441Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Judy Sousa• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Bought with Seamus McGrath• Bowes Real Estate Real Living
Take a step back in time. This Grand hip roof Colonial is full of early 1900 period details, just waiting for someone to bring it back to its original luster. The front entrance greets you with a spacious area and a magnificent fireplace. Hardwood floors are found throughout. You will also find original stained glass windows. Located on a corner lot across the street from beautiful Playstead Park and walking distance to the West Medford Commuter Rail Station.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,215 (+18.9%)
$475,800 + $823,700
$1,299,500
2024
$9,436 (+3.5%)
$431,500 + $676,000
$1,107,500
2023
$9,120 (+7.7%)
$403,300 + $651,000
$1,054,300
2022
$8,469 (+1.0%)
$366,600 + $573,400
$940,000
2021
$8,384 (+1.0%)
$349,100 + $541,900
$891,000
2020
$8,301 (+3.6%)
$349,100 + $555,100
$904,200
2019
$8,014 (+7.2%)
$317,400 + $517,400
$834,800
2018
$7,478 (+3.3%)
$288,500 + $441,800
$730,300
2017
$7,238 (+3.9%)
$269,600 + $415,800
$685,400
2016
$6,967 (+4.3%)
$245,200 + $377,400
$622,600
2015
$6,681 (+8.1%)
$233,500 + $337,500
$571,000
2014
$6,183 (+8.4%)
$222,400 + $282,300
$504,700
2013
$5,703 (+2.4%)
$234,100 + $227,300
$461,400
2012
$5,571 (+5.0%)
$234,100 + $229,000
$463,100
2011
$5,306 (+5.7%)
$234,100 + $222,900
$457,000
2010
$5,018 (+13.3%)
$234,100 + $222,900
$457,000
2009
$4,429
$232,300 + $207,100
$439,400
Tax history for 83 Playstead Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,215 (+18.9%)
$475,800 + $823,700
$1,299,500
2024
$9,436 (+3.5%)
$431,500 + $676,000
$1,107,500
2023
$9,120 (+7.7%)
$403,300 + $651,000
$1,054,300
2022
$8,469 (+1.0%)
$366,600 + $573,400
$940,000
2021
$8,384 (+1.0%)
$349,100 + $541,900
$891,000
2020
$8,301 (+3.6%)
$349,100 + $555,100
$904,200
2019
$8,014 (+7.2%)
$317,400 + $517,400
$834,800
2018
$7,478 (+3.3%)
$288,500 + $441,800
$730,300
2017
$7,238 (+3.9%)
$269,600 + $415,800
$685,400
2016
$6,967 (+4.3%)
$245,200 + $377,400
$622,600
2015
$6,681 (+8.1%)
$233,500 + $337,500
$571,000
2014
$6,183 (+8.4%)
$222,400 + $282,300
$504,700
2013
$5,703 (+2.4%)
$234,100 + $227,300
$461,400
2012
$5,571 (+5.0%)
$234,100 + $229,000
$463,100
2011
$5,306 (+5.7%)
$234,100 + $222,900
$457,000
2010
$5,018 (+13.3%)
$234,100 + $222,900
$457,000
2009
$4,429
$232,300 + $207,100
$439,400
*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
6
Baths
2.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,040
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2257712S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Jul 24, 2024 • Final
Building permit, one or two family dwelling
Install a rooftop solar array and connect it with the existing utility service.
Electrical
Solar
Jun 22, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Install a rooftop solar array and connect it with the existing utility service.
Electrical
Solar
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, On Street
Directions: High St or Winthrop St to Playstead Rd
UnparsedAddress: 83 Playstead Rd, Medford MA 02155
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,040
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1910
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2257712S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Brooks School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Andrews Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
6/10
Medford High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
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