OFF MARKET

Off Market Nov 2016 for $520K

$845,749

•

1,320

sq ft

3 Cottage St, Melrose, MA 02176

About this home

Charming, one owner Russell Park Flats Garrison Colonial, meticulously maintained, oh so conveniently located and feeling bigger than it is, awaits. Steps to the train or bus to Boston, as well as the Blue-Ribbon awarded Lincoln School, the Fells and Melrose’s bustling downtown make living here a walker’s dream. This classic 7 room home enjoys an open flow amongst the first floor rooms making for great gathering spaces, so many a family celebration has been shared here. 2008 renovation of the eat-in kitchen features granite counters, maple cabinetry, tile backsplash and recessed lighting, and opens to the dining room. The living room is sunlit by a large picture window and the first floor boasts a family room, a perfect spot to watch the game or enjoy a movie. Three well-sized BRs and full bath on the second. Expansive side yard for play or gardening. Updates include windows, kitchen, roof, siding and re-built front steps. Come personalize this comfortable home, close to everything!

Single-familyProperty Type

1958Year Built

6,805 sq ftLot Size

$641Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Alison Socha Group • RE/MAX Leading Edge

Bought with Joe DiMeo • DiMeo Realty Group

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #72058735

Redfin Estimate

$845,749

$326K since sold in November 2016$17K since August

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This home's estimate is 0% lower than the average sale price ($846K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$876,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,380 sq ft
43 Trenton St, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$650,000
B
3 beds1 bath1,347 sq ft
6 Black Rock Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$980,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,453 sq ft
171 Derby Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD MAY 8, 2026
$1,000,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths2,007 sq ft
37 Clinton Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JAN 12, 2026
$765,000
E
4 beds1.5 baths1,344 sq ft
303 Pleasant St, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$806,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,535 sq ft
22 Black Rock, Melrose, MA 02176

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Market trends in 02176, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

107.0%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$980K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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101

24 MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Older baths. The kitchen was upgraded. Floors are warn but can be refinished. Small but usable, flat backyard. Exterior in good condition. Basement ceilings are a little lower than average but it has potential to be finished. Sump pump in basement....
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Redfin Premier agent

Sale history for 3 Cottage St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,754 (+5.0%)

$426,900 + $255,300

$682,200

2024

$6,435 (+7.0%)

$399,400 + $248,600

$648,000

2023

$6,014 (+2.3%)

$371,800 + $205,400

$577,200

2022

$5,878 (−0.7%)

$358,000 + $198,100

$556,100

2021

$5,917 (+4.4%)

$358,000 + $182,400

$540,400

2020

$5,669 (+11.4%)

$330,500 + $182,500

$513,000

2019

$5,089 (+7.2%)

$303,000 + $167,800

$470,800

2018

$4,748 (+2.4%)

$251,300 + $167,800

$419,100

2017

$4,636 (+10.9%)

$241,000 + $151,900

$392,900

2016

$4,180 (+0.4%)

$206,600 + $132,400

$339,000

2015

$4,164 (+3.1%)

$196,200 + $125,100

$321,300

2014

$4,038 (+3.6%)

$179,000 + $125,100

$304,100

2013

$3,899 (−1.3%)

$179,000 + $120,200

$299,200

2012

$3,949 (+2.4%)

$189,300 + $120,200

$309,500

2011

$3,856 (+1.8%)

$189,300 + $120,200

$309,500

2010

$3,789 (+0.3%)

$189,300 + $124,600

$313,900

2009

$3,777

$207,900 + $124,600

$332,500

Tax history for 3 Cottage St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,754 (+5.0%)

$426,900 + $255,300

$682,200

2024

$6,435 (+7.0%)

$399,400 + $248,600

$648,000

2023

$6,014 (+2.3%)

$371,800 + $205,400

$577,200

2022

$5,878 (−0.7%)

$358,000 + $198,100

$556,100

2021

$5,917 (+4.4%)

$358,000 + $182,400

$540,400

2020

$5,669 (+11.4%)

$330,500 + $182,500

$513,000

2019

$5,089 (+7.2%)

$303,000 + $167,800

$470,800

2018

$4,748 (+2.4%)

$251,300 + $167,800

$419,100

2017

$4,636 (+10.9%)

$241,000 + $151,900

$392,900

2016

$4,180 (+0.4%)

$206,600 + $132,400

$339,000

2015

$4,164 (+3.1%)

$196,200 + $125,100

$321,300

2014

$4,038 (+3.6%)

$179,000 + $125,100

$304,100

2013

$3,899 (−1.3%)

$179,000 + $120,200

$299,200

2012

$3,949 (+2.4%)

$189,300 + $120,200

$309,500

2011

$3,856 (+1.8%)

$189,300 + $120,200

$309,500

2010

$3,789 (+0.3%)

$189,300 + $124,600

$313,900

2009

$3,777

$207,900 + $124,600

$332,500

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,970 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,320

Year built

1958

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

2461248S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 135
Length: 15
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Flooring - Vinyl

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub,Flooring - Vinyl

Living Room Information
Area: 216
Length: 18
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Family Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Exterior Access

Dining Room Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl, Carpet, Other

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,320
Foundation Area: 552
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Cream

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Features: Easements
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,180
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil

Location

Location Information
Directions: West Wyoming to Cottage, property is on the left toward Russell Street. No parking - northbound side
UnparsedAddress: 3 Cottage Street, Melrose MA 02176

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,320
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2461248S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Lincoln Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

8/10

Melrose Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

6/10

Melrose High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

6/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 70-78% chance 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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 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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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.

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Estimated sale price

$812,000 – $983,000

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Data from public records.

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5 Cottage Street, Melrose, MA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1092 Sq. Ft.	$703,407

Address	Redfin Estimate
17 Cottage Street, Melrose, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$1,143,824
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Address	Redfin Estimate
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16 Cottage Street, Melrose, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2475 Sq. Ft.	$936,642

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