SOLD BY REDFIN JUN 8, 2016

Off Market Jun 2016 for $712K

$1,308,724

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,197/mo

•

2,177

sq ft

78 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 02176

About this home

Prestigious Royal Barry Wills designed Colonial style home in the coveted Bellevue Country Club area of Melrose! This residence has an open airy feeling throughout the 3 finished levels of living including 3+ bedrooms, 2.5 baths & sunlight streaming in from every direction. You are welcomed into a gracious foyer & fireplaced formal living room that flows seamlessly to a private study, well proportioned eat in kitchen & stunning great room. A sumptuous master bedroom awaits you on the 2nd floor~ designed for a king & queen with vaulted ceiling, his & her's closets, en suite bath~as well as 2 additional bedrooms & full bath. The finished lower level offers exceptional flex space perfect for family room or guest/teen suite. Amenities include gas heating, hardwood floors, storage & 2 fireplaces. The professionally landscaped grounds round out this superb home with a private fenced in rear yard, brick patio, irrigation & storage shed. A special home in a friendly, welcoming neighborhood.

Single-familyProperty Type

1937Year Built

6,443 sq ftLot Size

$601Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Seller's agent

Nancy McLaughlin Redfin Corp.

Bought with Jacquelyn O'Connor • Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #71994775

Redfin Estimate

$1,308,724

$597K since sold in June 2016$24K since August

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This home's estimate is 29.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.01M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$850,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,917 sq ft
760 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$1,515,000
B
3 beds3 baths3,109 sq ft
57 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$949,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,808 sq ft
62 Elm St, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$1,031,800
D
3 beds2 baths1,628 sq ft
768 Lynn Fells Pkwy, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$999,500
E
3 beds1.5 baths2,342 sq ft
56 Orchard Ln, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD FEB 17, 2026
$700,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,899 sq ft
445 E Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176

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Market trends in 02176, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

106.9%

0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$960K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

17d

2 days MoM

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Redfin agents who toured

Incredible Colonial on one of the prettiest streets in Melrose. Open floor plan, lots of light and airy. Great master bedroom suite with newer bath. Finished lower level with teen suite.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Carol Stevenson
Redfin Associate agent

Sale history for 78 Sheffield Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #71994775

Jun 8, 2016

Sold

$712,000

$327/sq ft

May 2, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 27, 2016

Listed

$674,900

$310/sq ft

MLS PIN #70024493

Jul 28, 2004

Sold

$530,000

$243/sq ft

Jun 16, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Apr 26, 2004

Listed

$540,000

$248/sq ft

MLS PIN #30100664

Jul 30, 1996

Sold

$190,000

$87/sq ft

May 17, 1996

Listing Removed

—

Apr 19, 1996

Listed

$205,000

$94/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 4, 1988

Sold

$222,500

$102/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,385 (+1.2%)

$507,500 + $440,500

$948,000

2024

$9,271 (+4.4%)

$507,500 + $426,100

$933,600

2023

$8,877 (+5.5%)

$452,600 + $399,300

$851,900

2022

$8,415 (+9.4%)

$425,200 + $370,900

$796,100

2021

$7,693 (−0.9%)

$384,100 + $318,500

$702,600

2020

$7,765 (+14.1%)

$384,100 + $318,600

$702,700

2019

$6,805 (+0.4%)

$347,000 + $282,500

$629,500

2018

$6,775 (+2.5%)

$315,500 + $282,500

$598,000

2017

$6,612 (+0.3%)

$301,800 + $258,500

$560,300

2016

$6,590 (+3.6%)

$288,000 + $246,500

$534,500

2015

$6,359 (+0.4%)

$274,300 + $216,400

$490,700

2014

$6,335 (+1.8%)

$260,600 + $216,400

$477,000

2013

$6,226 (+2.1%)

$260,600 + $217,200

$477,800

2012

$6,097 (+2.4%)

$260,600 + $217,200

$477,800

2011

$5,953 (+4.8%)

$260,600 + $217,200

$477,800

2010

$5,683 (+6.3%)

$260,600 + $210,200

$470,800

2009

$5,348

$260,600 + $210,200

$470,800

Tax history for 78 Sheffield Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,385 (+1.2%)

$507,500 + $440,500

$948,000

2024

$9,271 (+4.4%)

$507,500 + $426,100

$933,600

2023

$8,877 (+5.5%)

$452,600 + $399,300

$851,900

2022

$8,415 (+9.4%)

$425,200 + $370,900

$796,100

2021

$7,693 (−0.9%)

$384,100 + $318,500

$702,600

2020

$7,765 (+14.1%)

$384,100 + $318,600

$702,700

2019

$6,805 (+0.4%)

$347,000 + $282,500

$629,500

2018

$6,775 (+2.5%)

$315,500 + $282,500

$598,000

2017

$6,612 (+0.3%)

$301,800 + $258,500

$560,300

2016

$6,590 (+3.6%)

$288,000 + $246,500

$534,500

2015

$6,359 (+0.4%)

$274,300 + $216,400

$490,700

2014

$6,335 (+1.8%)

$260,600 + $216,400

$477,000

2013

$6,226 (+2.1%)

$260,600 + $217,200

$477,800

2012

$6,097 (+2.4%)

$260,600 + $217,200

$477,800

2011

$5,953 (+4.8%)

$260,600 + $217,200

$477,800

2010

$5,683 (+6.3%)

$260,600 + $210,200

$470,800

2009

$5,348

$260,600 + $210,200

$470,800

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,534 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,777

Year built

1937

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1826143S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 270
Length: 18
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 98
Length: 7
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 120
Length: 8
Width: 15
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Yes

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Remodeled,Wainscoting

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Remodeled

Bathroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 231
Length: 11
Width: 21
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Family Room Information
Area: 252
Length: 18
Width: 14
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half,Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,French Doors,Deck - Exterior,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Sunken

Dining Room Information
Area: 99
Length: 11
Width: 9
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Open Floorplan

Kitchen Information
Area: 108
Length: 9
Width: 12
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Appliances
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 10
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Study, Bonus Room, Great Room

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 2,177
Foundation Area: 9,999
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: Beige

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Porch, Deck, Patio, Rain Gutters, Storage, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard, Satellite Dish

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat
Security Features: Security System

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,590
Tax Year: 2016

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Fireplace

Location

Location Information
Directions: Bellevue Country Club area.
UnparsedAddress: 78 Sheffield Road, Melrose MA 02176

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,777
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1826143S

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer, Dryer, Curtains And Rods, Tv's And Wall Mounts.
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

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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, 15 days in 30 years

Wind Factor

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Historical weather

Melrose, MA • 02176

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.24M – $1.51M

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Home values near 78 Sheffield Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
69 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2837 Sq. Ft.	$1,415,418
57 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3109 Sq. Ft.	$1,441,504

Address	Redfin Estimate
47 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2888 Sq. Ft.	$1,402,560
71 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2087 Sq. Ft.	$1,257,077

Address	Redfin Estimate
51 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2676 Sq. Ft.	$1,479,707
61 Sheffield Rd, Melrose, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3023 Sq. Ft.	$1,629,001

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