Impeccably renovated brick Cape in Melrose’s most sought-after neighborhood, just steps from Bellevue Golf & Country Club. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home blends timeless charm with modern sophistication. A custom chef’s kitchen anchors the home, showcasing Bosch stainless appliances, double wall ovens, a Thermador gas cooktop, quartz countertops, and designer tile backsplash. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded — including new spa-inspired bathrooms, a gas fireplace, 200AMP electrical, new roof, Harvey windows, Anderson slider, central heat & AC, and more. The professionally landscaped exterior features a new driveway, granite steps, paver patio, lush lawn with irrigation, and a premium Reeds Ferry shed. Ideally located on a quiet, tree-lined street near Winthrop Elementary, playgrounds, and vibrant downtown Melrose. Just minutes to Route 1, I-93, and three commuter rail stations for effortless access to Boston. A rare turnkey offering in an unbeatable location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
5,567 sq ftLot Size
$611Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by The North Star Group• Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Outstanding location in the very prestigious Bellevue/Country Club neighborhood.The current long time owners made some thoughtful flr plan changes that satisfies modern lifestyle needs.Open bright kitchen with tons of counter space & an extra open skylit area which is great space to do homework, use as a breakfast nook or whatever suits your needs.The first flr family rm is located close to the kitchen & great for relaxing & watching your favorite TV shows. A sun filled dining rm flows openly from the kitchen with glass sliding doors sharing views of your own private patio oasis. Beautiful plantings & shrubs surround this inviting outdoor space that you can soley enjoy or surround yourself with family & friends. Fireplace living rm with gleaming hardwood flrs & bow window. The 2nd flr offers three bedrooms, an additional rm for an office or nursery, a walk-up attic & a full bath. Great finished area in the basement includes a fireplace & is ideal for a playroom or 2nd fam rm!
Public Records
May 10, 1985
Sold
$160,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,357 (+1.3%)
$502,600 + $442,600
$945,200
2024
$9,238 (+8.8%)
$502,600 + $427,700
$930,300
2023
$8,490 (+3.6%)
$448,300 + $366,500
$814,800
2022
$8,193 (+5.5%)
$421,100 + $354,000
$775,100
2021
$7,769 (−0.9%)
$380,400 + $329,100
$709,500
2020
$7,840 (+14.1%)
$380,400 + $329,100
$709,500
2019
$6,869 (+0.3%)
$343,700 + $291,700
$635,400
2018
$6,846 (+2.6%)
$312,500 + $291,700
$604,200
2017
$6,675 (+2.2%)
$298,900 + $266,800
$565,700
2016
$6,531 (+3.8%)
$285,300 + $244,400
$529,700
2015
$6,289 (+0.4%)
$271,700 + $213,600
$485,300
2014
$6,264 (+1.9%)
$258,100 + $213,600
$471,700
2013
$6,150 (+2.1%)
$258,100 + $213,900
$472,000
2012
$6,023 (+2.4%)
$258,100 + $213,900
$472,000
2011
$5,881 (+4.8%)
$258,100 + $213,900
$472,000
2010
$5,611 (+6.2%)
$258,100 + $206,800
$464,900
2009
$5,281
$258,100 + $206,800
$464,900
Tax history for 71 Sheffield Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,357 (+1.3%)
$502,600 + $442,600
$945,200
2024
$9,238 (+8.8%)
$502,600 + $427,700
$930,300
2023
$8,490 (+3.6%)
$448,300 + $366,500
$814,800
2022
$8,193 (+5.5%)
$421,100 + $354,000
$775,100
2021
$7,769 (−0.9%)
$380,400 + $329,100
$709,500
2020
$7,840 (+14.1%)
$380,400 + $329,100
$709,500
2019
$6,869 (+0.3%)
$343,700 + $291,700
$635,400
2018
$6,846 (+2.6%)
$312,500 + $291,700
$604,200
2017
$6,675 (+2.2%)
$298,900 + $266,800
$565,700
2016
$6,531 (+3.8%)
$285,300 + $244,400
$529,700
2015
$6,289 (+0.4%)
$271,700 + $213,600
$485,300
2014
$6,264 (+1.9%)
$258,100 + $213,600
$471,700
2013
$6,150 (+2.1%)
$258,100 + $213,900
$472,000
2012
$6,023 (+2.4%)
$258,100 + $213,900
$472,000
2011
$5,881 (+4.8%)
$258,100 + $213,900
$472,000
2010
$5,611 (+6.2%)
$258,100 + $206,800
$464,900
2009
$5,281
$258,100 + $206,800
$464,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Slider,Peninsula,Lighting - Pendant
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 11
Door Features: Insulated Doors
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,087
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Post & Beam
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Brick
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Exterior Features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Stone Wall
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Easements, Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,357
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling: Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Location
Location Information
Directions: ***Use GPS*** Woodcrest Drive or East Street to Sheffield Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 71 Sheffield 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, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,841
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3703813S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Winthrop Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
9/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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 hot days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Wind Factor
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Air Factor
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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
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Estimated sale price
$1.21M – $1.47M
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