***OFFER ACCEPTED - OPEN HOUSES CANCELED*** Ideally located on a quiet side street in the desirable Melrose Highlands neighborhood, this four bedroom Garrison Colonial offers charm and convenience. With a traditional living room and a cozy, sunken family room, this home is ideal for gatherings. The well-manicured backyard, complete with a finished deck, is easily accessed from the updated kitchen. A formal dining area and renovated half bathroom complete the first level. Upstairs, 4 generously sized bedrooms and a renovated full bathroom await. Additionally, a walk-up attic and partially finished basement, provide flexible living. Enjoy close proximity to Roosevelt School, playgrounds, the Fells, commuter rail, and 93.
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
4,251 sq ftLot Size
$575Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Nicholas Lento• Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Bought with The Kim Perrotti Team• Leading Edge Real Estate
Home sweet home! Cherished four bedroom home is nestled on a pretty, tree-lined, side street in the desirable Highlands! Just move in and enjoy! Lovely hardwood floors, updated kitchen, refreshed baths and a dynamite, sunken family room. The space is here and is perfect for entertaining! Easy maintenance yard to enjoy with deck and patio. So close to playgrounds, nature trails and commuter rail! Bonus walk-up attic and a partially finished basement with office/den.
MLS PIN #30153412
May 28, 1997
Sold
$229,000
$114/sq ft
Apr 2, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Mar 19, 1997
Listed
$229,900
$115/sq ft
SUNNY! 4 BDRM COLONIAL NEAR SEWALL WDS, QUIET ST, MINT,WALK TO TRAIN. 4TH BDRM USED AS DEN NOW.OFFICE IN BSMT W/SEP ENTR WALK UP ATTIC.LEVEL YARD IN BACK,ROOM FOR PLAY AND ENTERTAINING. LOTS OF DETAIL, GLEAMING HARDWD, FIREPLACE.
Public Records
Sep 5, 1990
Sold
$192,400
$96/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,432 (+2.5%)
$468,600 + $383,100
$851,700
2024
$8,224 (+1.0%)
$455,200 + $373,000
$828,200
2023
$8,139 (+5.7%)
$441,800 + $339,300
$781,100
2022
$7,703 (+3.4%)
$401,600 + $327,200
$728,800
2021
$7,447 (−0.9%)
$374,900 + $305,200
$680,100
2020
$7,515 (+12.9%)
$374,900 + $305,200
$680,100
2019
$6,656 (+3.3%)
$334,700 + $281,000
$615,700
2018
$6,445 (+4.5%)
$287,800 + $281,000
$568,800
2017
$6,167 (+2.6%)
$267,800 + $254,800
$522,600
2016
$6,008 (+2.1%)
$267,800 + $219,500
$487,300
2015
$5,883 (+3.7%)
$254,400 + $199,500
$453,900
2014
$5,672 (+5.0%)
$227,600 + $199,500
$427,100
2013
$5,402 (+10.9%)
$227,600 + $187,000
$414,600
2012
$4,872 (+2.4%)
$218,900 + $162,900
$381,800
2011
$4,757 (+3.4%)
$218,900 + $162,900
$381,800
2010
$4,601 (+2.6%)
$218,900 + $162,300
$381,200
2009
$4,483
$232,300 + $162,300
$394,600
Tax history for 12 Maple Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,432 (+2.5%)
$468,600 + $383,100
$851,700
2024
$8,224 (+1.0%)
$455,200 + $373,000
$828,200
2023
$8,139 (+5.7%)
$441,800 + $339,300
$781,100
2022
$7,703 (+3.4%)
$401,600 + $327,200
$728,800
2021
$7,447 (−0.9%)
$374,900 + $305,200
$680,100
2020
$7,515 (+12.9%)
$374,900 + $305,200
$680,100
2019
$6,656 (+3.3%)
$334,700 + $281,000
$615,700
2018
$6,445 (+4.5%)
$287,800 + $281,000
$568,800
2017
$6,167 (+2.6%)
$267,800 + $254,800
$522,600
2016
$6,008 (+2.1%)
$267,800 + $219,500
$487,300
2015
$5,883 (+3.7%)
$254,400 + $199,500
$453,900
2014
$5,672 (+5.0%)
$227,600 + $199,500
$427,100
2013
$5,402 (+10.9%)
$227,600 + $187,000
$414,600
2012
$4,872 (+2.4%)
$218,900 + $162,900
$381,800
2011
$4,757 (+3.4%)
$218,900 + $162,900
$381,800
2010
$4,601 (+2.6%)
$218,900 + $162,300
$381,200
2009
$4,483
$232,300 + $162,300
$394,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,003
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2788640S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
54% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.09M – $1.32M
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