Gorgeous center entrance Colonial in an A+ location. Situated on a corner lot, this sun-filled home offers four bedrooms, beautiful hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, radiant bathroom floor, a lovely sunroom, and a bonus mudroom. The refreshed kitchen provides a bright and cheerful spot for morning coffee, while the gracious dining room features a built-in china cabinet and custom moldings. Mini-splits provide efficient air conditioning throughout the home. Outside, enjoy a private patio, lovely yard space with mature shrubs and plantings, two paved driveways, and a garage. The home currently offers 1.5 baths, with several possibilities for more full bathrooms. The basement provides storage as well as additional expansion potential. Just minutes from parks, an elementary school, public transportation, and vibrant downtown Melrose, this special home combines timeless character and modern comfort.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
6,856 sq ftLot Size
$523Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Lesley Smith• Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by • Barrett Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Guy Assetta• Assetta Hill Real Estate LLC
Est. $2,722 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6 Geneva Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLS PIN #73572841
Nov 5, 2026
Sold
$1,375,500
$523/sq ft
Sep 26, 2026
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2026
Listed
$1,299,000
$494/sq ft
MLS PIN #70253304
Nov 18, 2005
Sold
$640,000
$243/sq ft
Sep 19, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Sep 6, 2005
Listed
$669,900
$255/sq ft
Incredibly & meticulously restored CE Col on the Eastside featuring gumwood & designer colors that sing; this prop exudes charm & grace. Fireplaced LR with gumwood bookcases, crown moldlings, & gleaming HWF opens via French drs to ribbon windowed fam room. Formal half-paneled DR w/blt-in china cabinet adjoins the contemporary, sunny EIK. 3BR & restored full bath on second. Glorious light filled 3rd flr rm w/skylights as BR or family room. Screened porch to private yd, stone pavers on walkway.
MLS PIN #30297569
Apr 30, 1999
Sold
$346,000
$132/sq ft
Mar 12, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Mar 2, 1999
Listed
$369,000
$140/sq ft
LOVELY CE COL ON BEAUTIFUL TREE LINED ST. GREAT FAM HOME.LOTS OF CHARM & BUILT-INS.LARGE KIT WITH GREAT TABLE SPACE.WONDERFULLY FIN 3RD FLR RM (17X34) ELECTRIC HEAT,HW FLRS & SKYLIGHTS.4 CORNER BEDRMS.VERY GRACIOUS HOME.
Public Records
Jan 17, 1995
Sold
$230,000
$87/sq ft
MLS PIN #11045517
Oct 20, 1993
Sold
$225,000
$86/sq ft
Sep 28, 1993
Listing Removed
—
Jun 9, 1993
Listed
$229,000
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,484 (+20.6%)
$509,800 + $578,600
$1,088,400
2025
$10,353 (+1.0%)
$482,200 + $563,600
$1,045,800
2024
$10,249 (+1.6%)
$468,500 + $563,600
$1,032,100
2023
$10,086 (+5.0%)
$454,700 + $513,200
$967,900
2022
$9,602 (+3.4%)
$413,300 + $495,100
$908,400
2021
$9,290 (−0.9%)
$385,800 + $462,600
$848,400
2020
$9,375 (+12.5%)
$385,800 + $462,600
$848,400
2019
$8,333 (+1.9%)
$344,500 + $426,400
$770,900
2018
$8,175 (+3.3%)
$296,200 + $425,300
$721,500
2017
$7,915 (+0.3%)
$275,600 + $395,200
$670,800
2016
$7,894 (+7.6%)
$275,600 + $364,600
$640,200
2015
$7,335 (+2.6%)
$261,800 + $304,200
$566,000
2014
$7,150 (+3.1%)
$234,200 + $304,200
$538,400
2013
$6,936 (+3.8%)
$234,200 + $298,100
$532,300
2012
$6,679 (+2.4%)
$225,300 + $298,100
$523,400
2011
$6,522 (+4.9%)
$225,300 + $298,100
$523,400
2010
$6,217 (+3.5%)
$225,300 + $289,800
$515,100
2009
$6,008
$239,100 + $289,800
$528,900
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,206
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2603654S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Bedroom #4 Information
Level: Third
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Living Room Information
Level: First
Family Room Information
Level: Third
Dining Room Information
Level: First
Kitchen Information
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Second Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Appliances
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 8
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Sun Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,630
Foundation Area: 999
Foundation Details: Stone
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Renovated Since
Color: gray
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 2630
ADU: N
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,353
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Radiant, Natural Gas
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Upham to Genva. Corner of First and Geneva
UnparsedAddress: 6 Geneva 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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,206
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2603654S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Winthrop Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Melrose. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.23M – $1.49M
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