Beautifully re-done Colonial just steps to the Middlesex Fells Reservation with miles of hiking & biking trails to enjoy! Open layout with sun-drenched family room & elegant living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace. Formal dining room opens up to the kitchen over an eat-in island counter. Huge windows in the dining room & kitchen look out onto the charming stone garage and lush woods shading a landscaped backyard & large brick patio perfect for al fresco dining. The recently updated kitchen features gorgeous floor-to-ceiling wood cabinetry, classic subway tile, stainless steel appliances & recessed lighting. 2nd floor boasts 4 bedrooms, full bath with modern glass tile & walk-up access to a large attic. Lower level offers a media room/playroom, another full bath & a laundry room. This location is a commuter's dream with 2 ways for quick rail access to Boston: walk to Cedar Park commuter rail; or just 2 miles to Oak Grove T station. You don’t want to miss this opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1922Year Built
6,727 sq ftLot Size
$560Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Andersen Group Realty• Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Bought with Coleman Group• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
This colonial was built in 1922. Very well updated and maintained. Open concept with a really nice flow to it. half bath on the first floor and two full baths in the basement and on the 2nd floor. Finished basement. 3 good size bedrooms on the 2nd...
level and one smaller bedroom with walkup to the attic. Detached garage and 3 car off street parking.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Attractive neighborhood closer to the Stoneham line and route 93 area. Bathrooms and kitchen are all updated. There are two good sized bedrooms and two smaller bedrooms on the second floor, along with common bathroom. Large backyard is layed out on...
different levels.
8 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tara Williams
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 159 Warwick Rd
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #72396777
Nov 13, 2018
Sold
$795,000
$358/sq ft
Oct 2, 2018
Pending
—
Sep 17, 2018
Listed
$769,000
$346/sq ft
MLS PIN #71811620
Jul 20, 2015
Sold
$698,000
$314/sq ft
Apr 15, 2015
Pending
—
Apr 6, 2015
Listed
$630,000
$284/sq ft
+12
Classic 8 room, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath colonial in the Highlands. Beautifully re-done with sophisticated, welcoming interior and new kitchen. The family room, with vaulted ceiling, and living room are spacious and sunny centered around an efficient built in wood stove. The dining room, with lovely picture frame molding, opens into the kitchen with a pass through counter that seats six. The kitchen features new everything and walks out onto a huge, private, brick patio wonderful for entertaining. The newly landscaped tiered back yard meets a wooded lot for added privacy. 4 bedrooms upstairs and a full bath with gorgeous tile and oversized vanity. The basement is finished, fit for guests and boasts a full bathroom of its own. Also to note: Natural gas heat and hot water, new roof, new insulation, new exterior paint, detached garage with power door, additional hidden storage shed, and walk up attic. Nothing more for you to do. Move right in!
MLS PIN #70577435
Jun 27, 2007
Sold
$485,000
$218/sq ft
Jun 19, 2007
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 2007
Price Changed
$499,900
$225/sq ft
May 14, 2007
Listed
$519,900
$234/sq ft
Stunning 9 room, 4 bedroom,SE Colonial located on a beautiful tree lined st. in Highlands. Gorgeous kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counter tops and top of the line appliances. Extras include Built-in china cabinet, wainscoting,gumwood moldings,corner fireplace,tile &HW Floors,mirrored closets, antique glass doorknobs, 3 bathrooms. Newer heat,hotwater,windows,paint inside and out. Beautifully landscaped with mature perennial,ivy lined stone walls,brick patio,sprinkler system.
MLS PIN #30472325
Mar 29, 2001
Sold
$380,000
$171/sq ft
Jan 22, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jan 18, 2001
Listed
$389,000
$175/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 1988
Sold
$225,500
$102/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,270 (+2.4%)
$454,000 + $583,400
$1,037,400
2024
$10,028 (+2.4%)
$426,500 + $583,400
$1,009,900
2023
$9,792 (+0.4%)
$412,800 + $526,900
$939,700
2022
$9,755 (+5.5%)
$412,800 + $510,100
$922,900
2021
$9,245 (+4.2%)
$385,300 + $459,000
$844,300
2020
$8,872 (+10.4%)
$344,000 + $458,900
$802,900
2019
$8,033 (−0.7%)
$317,800 + $425,300
$743,100
2018
$8,092 (+2.0%)
$288,900 + $425,300
$714,200
2017
$7,934 (+3.6%)
$275,200 + $397,200
$672,400
2016
$7,657 (+44.1%)
$268,300 + $352,700
$621,000
2015
$5,312 (+4.6%)
$240,800 + $169,100
$409,900
2014
$5,078 (+0.7%)
$213,300 + $169,100
$382,400
2013
$5,043 (+2.1%)
$213,300 + $173,700
$387,000
2012
$4,938 (+2.4%)
$213,300 + $173,700
$387,000
2011
$4,822 (+0.1%)
$213,300 + $173,700
$387,000
2010
$4,816 (+1.3%)
$218,800 + $180,200
$399,000
2009
$4,752
$232,500 + $185,800
$418,300
Tax history for 159 Warwick Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,270 (+2.4%)
$454,000 + $583,400
$1,037,400
2024
$10,028 (+2.4%)
$426,500 + $583,400
$1,009,900
2023
$9,792 (+0.4%)
$412,800 + $526,900
$939,700
2022
$9,755 (+5.5%)
$412,800 + $510,100
$922,900
2021
$9,245 (+4.2%)
$385,300 + $459,000
$844,300
2020
$8,872 (+10.4%)
$344,000 + $458,900
$802,900
2019
$8,033 (−0.7%)
$317,800 + $425,300
$743,100
2018
$8,092 (+2.0%)
$288,900 + $425,300
$714,200
2017
$7,934 (+3.6%)
$275,200 + $397,200
$672,400
2016
$7,657 (+44.1%)
$268,300 + $352,700
$621,000
2015
$5,312 (+4.6%)
$240,800 + $169,100
$409,900
2014
$5,078 (+0.7%)
$213,300 + $169,100
$382,400
2013
$5,043 (+2.1%)
$213,300 + $173,700
$387,000
2012
$4,938 (+2.4%)
$213,300 + $173,700
$387,000
2011
$4,822 (+0.1%)
$213,300 + $173,700
$387,000
2010
$4,816 (+1.3%)
$218,800 + $180,200
$399,000
2009
$4,752
$232,500 + $185,800
$418,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,221
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1694143S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Interior Features: Closet, Cable Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Game Room, Foyer, Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,221
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Gray
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,091.89
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Lynn Fells Pkwy to Warwick Rd or Perkins Street to Warwick Rd
UnparsedAddress: 159 Warwick Rd, Melrose MA 02176
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,221
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1922
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1694143S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer, Dryer & The Chest Freezer In Basement
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 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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Historical weather
Melrose, MA • 02176
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Sun exposure
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.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.18M – $1.43M
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