A true Center Entry Colonial in the desirable Melrose Highlands, 62 Richardson Road embodies the essence of this timeless architectural style. Spacious rooms with large windows allowing gorgeous sunlight to bathe the rooms, gleaming hardwood floors and original period details, this house exudes warmth and charm in every way. Updated kitchen with stainless appliances and quartz counters has adjacent sun filled, vaulted ceiling family room, a perfect area for a playroom or casual living space, all overlooking the yard through a ribbon of windows. Front to back fireplaced living room with French doors leading to the coveted first floor study, plus formal dining room round out the first level. Second floor hosts 4 well-sized, corner bedrooms and showered bath. The fenced, level yard hosts space for recreation as well as a patio with hot-tub. Walk to Whole Foods Plaza, commuter line, schools and parks from this well located classic Colonial!
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
5,584 sq ftLot Size
$400Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Alison Socha Group• Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Coleman Group• William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Graciou 4 bedroom colonial in beautiful quiet highlands neighborhood.1st floor features front to back fireplaced living rm w/french door leading to an oversized sunroom.Formal dining rm & living rm both feature beamed gumwood ceilings & woodwork.The kitchenis spacious & leads to a family rm w/abundant sunlight & windows. 2nd flr offers 4 good sized bedrooms & a full updated bath. Large playroom in the lower level has new carpet & a bonus room, which can be used as a 5th bedroom or office.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,382 (−0.3%)
$502,700 + $546,000
$1,048,700
2024
$10,414 (+5.5%)
$502,700 + $546,000
$1,048,700
2023
$9,868 (+3.4%)
$448,400 + $498,600
$947,000
2022
$9,547 (+5.3%)
$421,200 + $482,000
$903,200
2021
$9,070 (−0.9%)
$380,500 + $447,800
$828,300
2020
$9,153 (+14.0%)
$380,500 + $447,800
$828,300
2019
$8,031 (−0.4%)
$343,800 + $399,100
$742,900
2018
$8,062 (+4.7%)
$312,500 + $399,100
$711,600
2017
$7,701 (+8.0%)
$298,900 + $353,700
$652,600
2016
$7,128 (−0.6%)
$285,300 + $292,800
$578,100
2015
$7,169
$271,800 + $281,400
$553,200
2014
$7,166 (+3.0%)
$258,200 + $281,400
$539,600
2013
$6,958 (+2.1%)
$258,200 + $275,800
$534,000
2012
$6,814 (+6.1%)
$258,200 + $275,800
$534,000
2011
$6,423 (+5.6%)
$258,200 + $257,300
$515,500
2010
$6,083 (+18.2%)
$258,200 + $245,800
$504,000
2009
$5,145
$258,200 + $194,700
$452,900
Tax history for 62 Richardson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,382 (−0.3%)
$502,700 + $546,000
$1,048,700
2024
$10,414 (+5.5%)
$502,700 + $546,000
$1,048,700
2023
$9,868 (+3.4%)
$448,400 + $498,600
$947,000
2022
$9,547 (+5.3%)
$421,200 + $482,000
$903,200
2021
$9,070 (−0.9%)
$380,500 + $447,800
$828,300
2020
$9,153 (+14.0%)
$380,500 + $447,800
$828,300
2019
$8,031 (−0.4%)
$343,800 + $399,100
$742,900
2018
$8,062 (+4.7%)
$312,500 + $399,100
$711,600
2017
$7,701 (+8.0%)
$298,900 + $353,700
$652,600
2016
$7,128 (−0.6%)
$285,300 + $292,800
$578,100
2015
$7,169
$271,800 + $281,400
$553,200
2014
$7,166 (+3.0%)
$258,200 + $281,400
$539,600
2013
$6,958 (+2.1%)
$258,200 + $275,800
$534,000
2012
$6,814 (+6.1%)
$258,200 + $275,800
$534,000
2011
$6,423 (+5.6%)
$258,200 + $257,300
$515,500
2010
$6,083 (+18.2%)
$258,200 + $245,800
$504,000
2009
$5,145
$258,200 + $194,700
$452,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Interior Features: Sun Room, Game Room, Exercise Room, Bonus Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,152
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Yellow
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Hot Tub/Spa, Storage, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Private
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,062.43
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
Directions: Franklin St to Ashland St to Richardson Rd
UnparsedAddress: 62 Richardson Road, Melrose MA 02176
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,176
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1898374S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 5
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Early Childhood Center
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 0.4mi
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
62% 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
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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
$1.20M – $1.45M
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