Lovely Colonial blends classic charm & modern conveniences. The kitchen w/granite counters, glass backsplash & ss appliances opens to the dining room providing ample space for hosting dinners and gatherings. The spacious front to back living room w/fireplace is an ideal spot for relaxing and the adjacent 3-season porch offers serene views of the private backyard – start or end your day in tranquility. Upstairs you’ll find 3 bedrooms, including a front to back primary & a full updated bath. The first floor half bath was recently updated. Nice hardwood & tile floors throughout for unfussy upkeep. The lower level features a family room w/second fireplace, laundry, storage and walk-out access to fully fenced backyard, an in-ground pool and lovely patio area. Enjoy suburban living in this comforable and stylish retreat nestled in a sought-after neighborhood that offers easy access to public transportation, major roadways and all this fabulous city offers. An idyllic place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
7,013 sq ftLot Size
$660Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Michele Goodwin• Leading Edge Real Estate
SPACIOUS C/E COLN W/ MANY FINE FEATURES: GLEAMING HW FLRS, F F/P IN L/R, EIK, D/R, 3 GD SIZE B/R'S, 1ST FLR BATH, WALK UP UNFIN ATTIC, FINISHED F/R IN BASE W F/P, INGROUND POOL WITH PATIO & FENCED YARD, 3 SEAS ENCL PORCH OFF D/R. CLOSE TO SQ.
Public Records
Apr 21, 1987
Sold
$255,000
$168/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,081 (+2.4%)
$483,000 + $333,300
$816,300
2024
$7,888 (+0.7%)
$469,200 + $325,200
$794,400
2023
$7,834 (+5.8%)
$455,400 + $296,400
$751,800
2022
$7,406 (+3.5%)
$414,000 + $286,700
$700,700
2021
$7,153 (−0.9%)
$386,400 + $266,800
$653,200
2020
$7,219 (+12.7%)
$386,400 + $266,900
$653,300
2019
$6,404 (+3.9%)
$345,000 + $247,400
$592,400
2018
$6,165 (+5.3%)
$296,700 + $247,400
$544,100
2017
$5,853 (+1.0%)
$276,000 + $220,000
$496,000
2016
$5,794 (+1.0%)
$276,000 + $193,900
$469,900
2015
$5,737 (+4.1%)
$262,200 + $180,500
$442,700
2014
$5,513 (+10.4%)
$234,600 + $180,500
$415,100
2013
$4,993 (+8.4%)
$211,100 + $172,100
$383,200
2012
$4,604 (+2.4%)
$203,100 + $157,700
$360,800
2011
$4,496 (+2.4%)
$203,100 + $157,700
$360,800
2010
$4,390 (+2.8%)
$203,100 + $160,600
$363,700
2009
$4,272
$215,500 + $160,600
$376,100
Tax history for 78 Boston Rock Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,081 (+2.4%)
$483,000 + $333,300
$816,300
2024
$7,888 (+0.7%)
$469,200 + $325,200
$794,400
2023
$7,834 (+5.8%)
$455,400 + $296,400
$751,800
2022
$7,406 (+3.5%)
$414,000 + $286,700
$700,700
2021
$7,153 (−0.9%)
$386,400 + $266,800
$653,200
2020
$7,219 (+12.7%)
$386,400 + $266,900
$653,300
2019
$6,404 (+3.9%)
$345,000 + $247,400
$592,400
2018
$6,165 (+5.3%)
$296,700 + $247,400
$544,100
2017
$5,853 (+1.0%)
$276,000 + $220,000
$496,000
2016
$5,794 (+1.0%)
$276,000 + $193,900
$469,900
2015
$5,737 (+4.1%)
$262,200 + $180,500
$442,700
2014
$5,513 (+10.4%)
$234,600 + $180,500
$415,100
2013
$4,993 (+8.4%)
$211,100 + $172,100
$383,200
2012
$4,604 (+2.4%)
$203,100 + $157,700
$360,800
2011
$4,496 (+2.4%)
$203,100 + $157,700
$360,800
2010
$4,390 (+2.8%)
$203,100 + $160,600
$363,700
2009
$4,272
$215,500 + $160,600
$376,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,515
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2999774S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Concrete
Interior Features: Walk-Up Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,515
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Grey
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Pool - Inground
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: In Ground
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,888.39
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Baseboard, Oil
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Mt. Vernon St to Boston Rock Road or Mt. Vernon St to Mt. Vernon Ave. to Boston Rock Road
UnparsedAddress: 78 Boston Rock 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, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,515
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2999774S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion List
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Lincoln Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$950,000 – $1.15M
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