Nestled on a picturesque tree-lined street a short walk to Melrose Highlands commuter rail, this charming colonial seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern convenience. Unwind in the formal living room or elevated front porch—the perfect vantage point for enjoying neighborhood views. The tranquil backyard offers your own private garden retreat. The inviting eat-in kitchen showcases brand new flooring, rich maple cabinetry, gas cooking, stainless appliances, quartz countertops, and pantry—an ideal gathering space for family meals and culinary creativity. Upstairs, discover a spacious 12x24 main bedroom with potential for an en-suite bath, complemented by two generous sun-filled bedrooms. The bright third floor provides versatile living space—perfect for a home office, media room, or 4th bedroom. Steps from commuter rail, with quick access to Rts 93 and 1, enjoy effortless city access while savoring neighborhood amenities: Whole Foods, charming cafés, schools, and restaurants.
Single-familyProperty Type
1909Year Built
8,799 sq ftLot Size
$466Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Danielle D'Ambrosio• The D'Ambrosio Group
Gorgeous home in the Melrose Highlands Neighborhood. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. Large master bedroom and other bedrooms are a good size. Walk up attic with a finished room and a storage area that could be finished. Walking distance to Melrose...
Highlands Commuter Rail.
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Desirable Melrose! Beautifully maintained 6 room 3 bedroom colonial featuring a new eat-in kitchen with maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances & quartz counter tops. Formal living room, hardwood floors throughout, spacious 12 x 24 master bedroom, 2 good sized additional bedrooms & conveniently located laundry. The bonus room on the 3rd level has great potential for an office/media room or extra bedroom. Newer bath , roof , furnace and all new electrical system. Short walk to the Commuter Rail. This wonderful home is located in the heart of Melrose Highlands.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,788 (−0.3%)
$469,800 + $215,900
$685,700
2024
$6,809 (+6.0%)
$469,800 + $215,900
$685,700
2023
$6,424 (+4.1%)
$419,000 + $197,500
$616,500
2022
$6,169 (+5.2%)
$393,600 + $190,000
$583,600
2021
$5,862 (−1.0%)
$355,500 + $179,800
$535,300
2020
$5,919 (+12.6%)
$355,500 + $180,200
$535,700
2019
$5,258 (+1.5%)
$321,300 + $165,100
$486,400
2018
$5,180 (+1.6%)
$292,100 + $165,100
$457,200
2017
$5,098 (−2.1%)
$279,400 + $152,600
$432,000
2016
$5,208 (+3.8%)
$266,700 + $155,700
$422,400
2015
$5,018 (+0.9%)
$254,000 + $133,200
$387,200
2014
$4,973 (+1.9%)
$241,300 + $133,200
$374,500
2013
$4,880 (+2.0%)
$241,300 + $133,200
$374,500
2012
$4,782 (+2.4%)
$241,300 + $133,500
$374,800
2011
$4,670 (+2.7%)
$241,300 + $133,500
$374,800
2010
$4,547 (+6.3%)
$241,300 + $135,400
$376,700
2009
$4,279
$241,300 + $135,400
$376,700
Tax history for 33 Nowell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,788 (−0.3%)
$469,800 + $215,900
$685,700
2024
$6,809 (+6.0%)
$469,800 + $215,900
$685,700
2023
$6,424 (+4.1%)
$419,000 + $197,500
$616,500
2022
$6,169 (+5.2%)
$393,600 + $190,000
$583,600
2021
$5,862 (−1.0%)
$355,500 + $179,800
$535,300
2020
$5,919 (+12.6%)
$355,500 + $180,200
$535,700
2019
$5,258 (+1.5%)
$321,300 + $165,100
$486,400
2018
$5,180 (+1.6%)
$292,100 + $165,100
$457,200
2017
$5,098 (−2.1%)
$279,400 + $152,600
$432,000
2016
$5,208 (+3.8%)
$266,700 + $155,700
$422,400
2015
$5,018 (+0.9%)
$254,000 + $133,200
$387,200
2014
$4,973 (+1.9%)
$241,300 + $133,200
$374,500
2013
$4,880 (+2.0%)
$241,300 + $133,200
$374,500
2012
$4,782 (+2.4%)
$241,300 + $133,500
$374,800
2011
$4,670 (+2.7%)
$241,300 + $133,500
$374,800
2010
$4,547 (+6.3%)
$241,300 + $135,400
$376,700
2009
$4,279
$241,300 + $135,400
$376,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Location
Location Information
Directions: Franklin to Ashland to Henry to Nowell.
UnparsedAddress: 33 Nowell Rd, Melrose MA 02176
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,691
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1909
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1604065S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Early Childhood Center
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 0.3mi
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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, 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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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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Estimated sale price
$869,000 – $1.05M
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