The combination of superb condition, fantastic open kitchen & nice original details on a tranquil downtown street is hard to find. Ideal for those whose lifestyle includes walking and enjoying downtown amenities. Kitchen boasts granite, white cabinets, gas cook top, glass backsplash & recessed and track lighting. Note the hardwood floors and original and added moldings throughout home. Refreshed bath is pretty & classic. Great entertaining deck. Near shops, train, bus, restaurants & cafes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
4,186 sq ftLot Size
$762Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Alison Socha Group• RE/MAX Heritage, LLC
Bought with Lorraine Gately• Century 21 Sexton & Donohue
Immaculate Cape Cod Style home located on a quiet tree-lined street yet steps to transportation and trendy downtown Melrose. Updated kitchen features all newer appliances,cabinets,countertops and floor. Updated bath. Other features include:replacement windows,alarm system,deck,new front stairs and walk-way,new fence in rear yard. The first floor bedroom is currnetly being used as a den. This home is in move-in condition and is a commuter's dream...leave the car at home!
MLS PIN #70446326
Oct 13, 2006
Sold
$357,900
$343/sq ft
Sep 10, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Aug 25, 2006
Listed
$369,900
$354/sq ft
Spakling Cape Cod on a serene side street yet within walking distance to restaurants, shopping, transportation and the YMCA! The recent renovations have created an open floor plan between the kitchen and formal dining room. New cabinets, countertops, wood floor and appliances in the kitchen. New bath. The interior has been freshly painted in trendy colors. Skylights in second floor bedrooms provide loads of natural light. Expanded deck off the kitchen and fenced in yard. New electric and HW.
MLS PIN #30800135
Mar 1, 2004
Sold
$319,900
$306/sq ft
Jan 9, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jan 5, 2004
Listed
$319,900
$306/sq ft
Public Records
May 18, 2001
Sold
$259,000
$248/sq ft
MLS PIN #30474189
May 18, 2001
Sold
$259,900
$249/sq ft
Mar 22, 2001
Listing Removed
—
Jan 27, 2001
Listed
$259,900
$249/sq ft
MLS PIN #30068648
Nov 27, 1995
Sold
$148,000
$142/sq ft
Oct 26, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Sep 16, 1995
Listed
$155,900
$149/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 8, 1988
Sold
$142,500
$136/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,790 (+5.1%)
$414,700 + $271,200
$685,900
2024
$6,459 (+2.2%)
$388,000 + $262,500
$650,500
2023
$6,317 (+2.1%)
$361,200 + $245,000
$606,200
2022
$6,190 (+3.7%)
$347,800 + $237,800
$585,600
2021
$5,969 (+4.2%)
$334,400 + $210,700
$545,100
2020
$5,728 (+9.7%)
$307,700 + $210,700
$518,400
2019
$5,223 (+6.5%)
$294,300 + $188,900
$483,200
2018
$4,906 (+1.8%)
$244,100 + $188,900
$433,000
2017
$4,820 (+7.0%)
$234,100 + $174,400
$408,500
2016
$4,505
$207,400 + $158,000
$365,400
2015
$4,504 (+2.6%)
$207,400 + $140,100
$347,500
2014
$4,392 (+2.0%)
$190,600 + $140,100
$330,700
2013
$4,305 (+6.2%)
$190,600 + $139,800
$330,400
2012
$4,053 (+2.4%)
$190,600 + $127,000
$317,600
2011
$3,957 (+4.6%)
$190,600 + $127,000
$317,600
2010
$3,783 (+7.8%)
$190,600 + $122,800
$313,400
2009
$3,509
$197,300 + $111,600
$308,900
Tax history for 31 Leonard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,790 (+5.1%)
$414,700 + $271,200
$685,900
2024
$6,459 (+2.2%)
$388,000 + $262,500
$650,500
2023
$6,317 (+2.1%)
$361,200 + $245,000
$606,200
2022
$6,190 (+3.7%)
$347,800 + $237,800
$585,600
2021
$5,969 (+4.2%)
$334,400 + $210,700
$545,100
2020
$5,728 (+9.7%)
$307,700 + $210,700
$518,400
2019
$5,223 (+6.5%)
$294,300 + $188,900
$483,200
2018
$4,906 (+1.8%)
$244,100 + $188,900
$433,000
2017
$4,820 (+7.0%)
$234,100 + $174,400
$408,500
2016
$4,505
$207,400 + $158,000
$365,400
2015
$4,504 (+2.6%)
$207,400 + $140,100
$347,500
2014
$4,392 (+2.0%)
$190,600 + $140,100
$330,700
2013
$4,305 (+6.2%)
$190,600 + $139,800
$330,400
2012
$4,053 (+2.4%)
$190,600 + $127,000
$317,600
2011
$3,957 (+4.6%)
$190,600 + $127,000
$317,600
2010
$3,783 (+7.8%)
$190,600 + $122,800
$313,400
2009
$3,509
$197,300 + $111,600
$308,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,125
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2243165S
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: 99
Length: 11
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 108
Length: 12
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Skylight,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
UnparsedAddress: 31 Leonard Road, Melrose MA 02176
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,125
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2243165S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Lincoln Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
10/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 18-26% 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Melrose, MA • 02176
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
34
20
36
22
51
33
59
41
69
51
80
62
85
68
80
61
75
57
64
47
53
37
39
25
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$756,000 – $916,000
Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $7,957 in fees.3 minutes to get started.