Welcome to your very own private oasis nestled in the Horace Mann neighborhood and bordering conservation land, this updated Cape pairs chic style and modern comfort with natural beauty. Fantastic space for entertaining, the 1st fl, bonus 3 season porch plus LL FR, and the generously sized deck and patio will delight.The updated kitchen/dining area is a foodies’ dream, boasting SS appliances, sleek countertops and ample cabinet space. Adjoining this room, the 3-season porch expands your living space with electric fireplace. The front-to-back LR features a wood-burning FP and hosts HW floors, recessed lighting and a bay windows. Two spacious bedrooms with HW floors & storage galore as each room has THREE closets; the full bath rounds out the second level. The LL family room is a great flex space - as a playroom, office or guest room. Easy access to both Greenwood and Melrose Highlands commuter rail and a short jaunt to Melrose’s thriving downtown.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
5,000 sq ftLot Size
$479Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Alison Socha Group• Leading Edge Real Estate
Bought with Mark Lesses Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Welcome home to 68 Hawley Road! This Cape Style home is nestled in one the nicest neighborhoods in town & is an outstanding opportunity to gain home-ownership in Melrose. This home has been lovingly maintained and has just been painted from top to bottom and is move-in ready. There's a modern floor plan with beautiful hardwoods throughout the home, an oversized front to back living room with 2 picture windows, a large fireplace & fabulous rounded architectural archways. The 2nd floor has 2 large bedrooms, more gleaming hardwood floors & a full bath. Both baths have been updated along with vinyl replacement windows throughout & exterior vinyl siding. There's also a big, bright & private sunroom with direct access to the large rear deck overlooking conservation land. This is the one you've been waiting for so don't delay as it's sure to sell.
MLS PIN #30030247
Mar 28, 1995
Sold
$165,000
$96/sq ft
Feb 23, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Feb 12, 1995
Listed
$169,900
$99/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,256 (+3.0%)
$238,000 + $191,900
$429,900
2024
$4,133 (+3.4%)
$231,000 + $185,200
$416,200
2023
$3,998
$210,000 + $173,700
$383,700
2022
$3,997 (+3.7%)
$210,000 + $168,100
$378,100
2021
$3,853 (+5.4%)
$196,000 + $155,900
$351,900
2020
$3,656 (+12.4%)
$175,000 + $155,900
$330,900
2019
$3,252 (+0.3%)
$161,700 + $139,100
$300,800
2018
$3,242 (+2.6%)
$147,000 + $139,100
$286,100
2017
$3,160 (−0.9%)
$140,000 + $127,800
$267,800
2016
$3,190 (+6.5%)
$136,500 + $122,200
$258,700
2015
$2,995 (+3.9%)
$119,000 + $112,100
$231,100
2014
$2,883 (+0.9%)
$105,000 + $112,100
$217,100
2013
$2,857 (+0.5%)
$105,000 + $114,300
$219,300
2012
$2,843 (+2.4%)
$108,500 + $114,300
$222,800
2011
$2,776 (+4.9%)
$108,500 + $114,300
$222,800
2010
$2,647 (+3.0%)
$105,000 + $114,300
$219,300
2009
$2,571
$112,000 + $114,300
$226,300
Tax history for 68 Hawley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,256 (+3.0%)
$238,000 + $191,900
$429,900
2024
$4,133 (+3.4%)
$231,000 + $185,200
$416,200
2023
$3,998
$210,000 + $173,700
$383,700
2022
$3,997 (+3.7%)
$210,000 + $168,100
$378,100
2021
$3,853 (+5.4%)
$196,000 + $155,900
$351,900
2020
$3,656 (+12.4%)
$175,000 + $155,900
$330,900
2019
$3,252 (+0.3%)
$161,700 + $139,100
$300,800
2018
$3,242 (+2.6%)
$147,000 + $139,100
$286,100
2017
$3,160 (−0.9%)
$140,000 + $127,800
$267,800
2016
$3,190 (+6.5%)
$136,500 + $122,200
$258,700
2015
$2,995 (+3.9%)
$119,000 + $112,100
$231,100
2014
$2,883 (+0.9%)
$105,000 + $112,100
$217,100
2013
$2,857 (+0.5%)
$105,000 + $114,300
$219,300
2012
$2,843 (+2.4%)
$108,500 + $114,300
$222,800
2011
$2,776 (+4.9%)
$108,500 + $114,300
$222,800
2010
$2,647 (+3.0%)
$105,000 + $114,300
$219,300
2009
$2,571
$112,000 + $114,300
$226,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Oil, Electric
Cooling: Ductless
Location
Location Information
Directions: Main Street to Hawley
UnparsedAddress: 68 Hawley Road, 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, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,178 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2651762S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 17-25% 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 hot days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
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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
$784,000 – $949,000
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