Welcome Home! Step into this beautifully maintained Center Entrance Colonial, cherished by the same family for over 60 years. Nestled in desirable Melrose Highlands, this home sits on an oversized lot that offers both privacy and ample space for outdoor activities in a neighborhood setting. As you enter, you are greeted by a spacious foyer adorned with natural woodwork, which elegantly separates the formal living areas. The dining room features a custom-built cabinet, chair rail, and classic picture molding, adding a touch of yesteryear. The inviting living room boasts a centerpiece fireplace complemented by rich natural woodwork and built-ins, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere perfect for gatherings. The custom-built kitchen, while not brand new, is in pristine condition, offering both functionality and excellent storage. A winding staircase invites you to explore the upper floors. On the second floor, you will find three well-appointed bedrooms, including one with a delightful sleeping porch, perfect for relaxation or as a cozy reading nook. An additional two bedrooms on the third floor provide ample space for children, guests, or in-laws, ensuring everyone has their own retreat. Recent upgrades include newer siding and windows, enhancing the home’s efficiency and curb appeal. Step outside to discover a brand new composite deck off the kitchen, ideal for entertaining or enjoying quiet moments overlooking your spacious yard. Completing this exceptional property is a two-car garage, providing convenience and additional storage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1908Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$393Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mark Hutchinson• Brad Hutchinson Real Estate
Listed by Linda Hutchinson• Brad Hutchinson Real Estate
Melrose Highlands, located between the Wyoming Hill area and the Wakefield line, is a residential and commuter-friendly Melrose neighborhood with a hilltop streetscape and a rail-stop rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Melrose Highlands MBTA station on West Emerson Street, where corner storefronts, coffee counters, and daily errands cluster near the platforms. A mix of early-20th-century Colonials and multifamily homes lines leafy blocks that slope toward the Fells. The Middlesex Fells Reservation frames the edge with wooded trails and reservoir views. The Melrose Farmers’ Market and the Beebe Estate add a civic, small-town cadence beyond the tracks.
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Market insights
57 Nowell Rd · $1,050,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 22 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.2%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,050,000
Median sale price in this area is $919,982. (12% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
18% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
High-speed internet
Storm door(s)
Insulated windows
Full basement
Living room fireplace
Bedrooms
Master bedroom on second floor with closet and hardwood and wall-to-wall carpet flooring; cable hookup
Bedroom 2 on second floor with closet and hardwood flooring
Bedroom 3 on second floor with closet and hardwood flooring
Bedroom 4 on third floor with closet and wood flooring
Bedroom 5 on third floor with closet and wood flooring
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on second floor (tiled with tub & shower)
One half bathroom on first floor
Kitchen
Custom built cabinets
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup in basement
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood flooring throughout primary living areas
Heating & cooling
Oil baseboard heating
Window air conditioning units
Exterior features
Porch
Deck with composite decking
Rain gutters
Gentle sloping lot
Public road frontage
Home design
Single family residence
White exterior
Parking
Detached garage (2 garage spaces)
2 covered spaces
6 open parking spaces
Total of 8 parking spaces
Paved driveway and off-street paved parking
Construction
Frame construction
Stone foundation
Shingle roof
Built (year per public records)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
100 amp electric service
Electric hook-ups for range and dryer
HOA & community
Community offers access to public transportation, T-station, shopping, parks, walk/jog trails, golf, medical facility, highway access, and houses of worship
Electricity and solar
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