Welcome to this charming Cape Cod style home, where classic charm meets modern comfort in an inviting & warm setting. Located just steps from Hoover School and downtown Melrose, this home offers 3 bedrooms, one w/ custom Murphy Bed, and a beautifully renovated bathroom with soaker tub and separate tiled shower upstairs, plus a convenient half bath on the main floor. The spacious primary bedroom features built-ins, California closets and tons of natural light. The stunning renovated white kitchen features quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and shaker cabinets, leading to a composite deck overlooking a serene yard. Cozy evenings await in the fireplace living room with hardwood flooring, while the dining room adds character with built-ins. Additional amenities include a one-car garage, newer central air conditioning and Heat, + newer windows, insulation, roof and MORE. With its prime location & meticulous maintenance, this home is ready to welcome its next lucky owner!
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
5,998 sq ftLot Size
$697Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Hixon + Bevilacqua Home Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lynnfield
BEST BUY in Melrose. This absolutely charming Cape in a fabulous neighborhood features a beautiful deck overlooking a large well-landscaped yard for your summer entertaining. Pretty as a postcard and well maintained, this home offers a low maintenance, affordable opportunity to live in Melrose. You'll appreciate the large front-to-back fireplaced living room, formal dining room and sunny kitchen in our unspoiled gem. Whether you're looking for a starter home or you're down-sizing but not ready for condo living, this lovely home might be for you!
Public Records
Sep 22, 1978
Sold
$45,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,354 (+20.9%)
$505,100 + $310,400
$815,500
2025
$7,736 (+2.8%)
$477,800 + $303,600
$781,400
2024
$7,524 (−0.3%)
$464,100 + $293,600
$757,700
2023
$7,549 (+5.8%)
$450,500 + $274,000
$724,500
2022
$7,136 (+4.6%)
$409,500 + $265,600
$675,100
2021
$6,821 (−0.9%)
$382,200 + $240,700
$622,900
2020
$6,883 (+32.3%)
$382,200 + $240,700
$622,900
2019
$5,204 (+5.9%)
$341,300 + $140,100
$481,400
2018
$4,913 (+3.8%)
$293,500 + $140,100
$433,600
2017
$4,732 (−2.6%)
$273,000 + $128,000
$401,000
2016
$4,860 (+1.4%)
$273,000 + $121,200
$394,200
2015
$4,791 (+5.4%)
$259,400 + $110,300
$369,700
2014
$4,547 (+1.2%)
$232,100 + $110,300
$342,400
2013
$4,493 (+4.8%)
$232,100 + $112,700
$344,800
2012
$4,286 (+2.4%)
$223,200 + $112,700
$335,900
2011
$4,185 (+3.5%)
$223,200 + $112,700
$335,900
2010
$4,043 (+2.1%)
$223,200 + $111,800
$335,000
2009
$3,960
$236,800 + $111,800
$348,600
Tax history for 29 Birch Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,354 (+20.9%)
$505,100 + $310,400
$815,500
2025
$7,736 (+2.8%)
$477,800 + $303,600
$781,400
2024
$7,524 (−0.3%)
$464,100 + $293,600
$757,700
2023
$7,549 (+5.8%)
$450,500 + $274,000
$724,500
2022
$7,136 (+4.6%)
$409,500 + $265,600
$675,100
2021
$6,821 (−0.9%)
$382,200 + $240,700
$622,900
2020
$6,883 (+32.3%)
$382,200 + $240,700
$622,900
2019
$5,204 (+5.9%)
$341,300 + $140,100
$481,400
2018
$4,913 (+3.8%)
$293,500 + $140,100
$433,600
2017
$4,732 (−2.6%)
$273,000 + $128,000
$401,000
2016
$4,860 (+1.4%)
$273,000 + $121,200
$394,200
2015
$4,791 (+5.4%)
$259,400 + $110,300
$369,700
2014
$4,547 (+1.2%)
$232,100 + $110,300
$342,400
2013
$4,493 (+4.8%)
$232,100 + $112,700
$344,800
2012
$4,286 (+2.4%)
$223,200 + $112,700
$335,900
2011
$4,185 (+3.5%)
$223,200 + $112,700
$335,900
2010
$4,043 (+2.1%)
$223,200 + $111,800
$335,000
2009
$3,960
$236,800 + $111,800
$348,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
UnparsedAddress: 29 Birch Hill Rd, Melrose MA 02176
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,347
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2772636S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Hoover Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
60% 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
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4.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$893,000 – $1.08M
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