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Off Market Apr 2025 for $811K

$835,626

•

1,206

sq ft

79 Dexter, Melrose, MA 02176

About this home

Charming and Fully Updated Cape at 79 Dexter. Situated on a quiet street, this beautifully updated Cape-style home offers warmth, style, and modern convenience. Recent upgrades include a new roof, new siding, and a fully updated kitchen and bath. As you step inside, you'll be welcomed by newly installed and refinished hardwood floors, creating an inviting and timeless feel throughout. The home features three comfortable bedrooms plus a dedicated office, making it ideal for both relaxation and productivity. The sunlit dining and living rooms provide a cozy yet spacious atmosphere, perfect for gatherings. The kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with new quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, combining elegance with functionality. Additional highlights include a pristine basement, offering extra storage or potential living space, and a one-car attached garage for added convenience. Move-in ready and designed for effortless living, 79 Dexter is the perfect place to call home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1950Year Built

0.36 acresLot Size

$693Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Waypoint Realty Group • Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Bought with Team Lillian Montalto • Lillian Montalto Signature Properties

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•Source:MLS PIN #73343619

Redfin Estimate

$835,626

$25K since sold in April 2025$13K since August

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This home's estimate is 24.5% higher than the average sale price ($671K) of 6 comparable homes.

BOUGHT WITH REDFIN FEB 18, 2026
$635,000
A
3 beds1 bath1,352 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$604,750
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,456 sq ft
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SOLD DEC 11, 2025
$660,000
C
2 beds1 bath1,232 sq ft
10 Birch Ln, Malden, MA 02148
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$707,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,248 sq ft
71 Williams St, Malden, MA 02148
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$910,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,940 sq ft
19 Lebanon, Melrose, MA 02176
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$510,000
F
2 beds1 bath845 sq ft
28 Olive Ave, Malden, MA 02148

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$160,212

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$2,176/mo

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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

107.0%

1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$980K

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

101

24 MoM

New listings for sale

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$669,900
4 beds2.5 baths1,254 sq ft
73 Dell Ave #73, Melrose, MA 02176
HOT HOME
$869,000
3 beds2.5 baths1,905 sq ft
204 Beech Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
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$720,000
4 beds1 bath1,344 sq ft
244 Beech Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
$1,050,000
5 beds2 baths2,181 sq ft
52 Elliott St, Melrose, MA 02176
$875,000
6 beds2 baths2,472 sq ft
28-30 Crescent Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
EARLY ACCESS
$1,700,000
4 beds3 baths3,000 sq ft
2 Hemenway Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
$799,900
3 beds2.5 baths1,615 sq ft
6 Linden Rd Unit A, Melrose, MA 02176
$645,000
3 beds1 bath1,233 sq ft
7 Short St #1, Melrose, MA 02176
EARLY ACCESS
$1,299,000
3 beds3 baths2,321 sq ft
57 Glendale Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
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Sale history for 79 Dexter

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,407 (+13.2%)

$465,400 + $181,800

$647,200

2024

$5,660 (+1.8%)

$395,100 + $174,900

$570,000

2023

$5,560 (+2.3%)

$367,900 + $165,700

$533,600

2022

$5,435 (+1.2%)

$354,200 + $160,000

$514,200

2021

$5,370 (+4.9%)

$340,600 + $149,800

$490,400

2020

$5,118 (+9.5%)

$313,400 + $149,800

$463,200

2019

$4,673 (+8.2%)

$299,700 + $132,600

$432,300

2018

$4,319 (+1.8%)

$248,600 + $132,600

$381,200

2017

$4,242 (+5.9%)

$238,400 + $121,100

$359,500

2016

$4,004 (−1.7%)

$211,200 + $113,500

$324,700

2015

$4,073 (+3.2%)

$211,200 + $103,100

$314,300

2014

$3,947 (+1.2%)

$194,100 + $103,100

$297,200

2013

$3,902 (+2.1%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2012

$3,822 (+2.4%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2011

$3,732 (+3.2%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2010

$3,615 (+3.8%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2009

$3,481

$201,000 + $105,400

$306,400

Tax history for 79 Dexter

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,407 (+13.2%)

$465,400 + $181,800

$647,200

2024

$5,660 (+1.8%)

$395,100 + $174,900

$570,000

2023

$5,560 (+2.3%)

$367,900 + $165,700

$533,600

2022

$5,435 (+1.2%)

$354,200 + $160,000

$514,200

2021

$5,370 (+4.9%)

$340,600 + $149,800

$490,400

2020

$5,118 (+9.5%)

$313,400 + $149,800

$463,200

2019

$4,673 (+8.2%)

$299,700 + $132,600

$432,300

2018

$4,319 (+1.8%)

$248,600 + $132,600

$381,200

2017

$4,242 (+5.9%)

$238,400 + $121,100

$359,500

2016

$4,004 (−1.7%)

$211,200 + $113,500

$324,700

2015

$4,073 (+3.2%)

$211,200 + $103,100

$314,300

2014

$3,947 (+1.2%)

$194,100 + $103,100

$297,200

2013

$3,902 (+2.1%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2012

$3,822 (+2.4%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2011

$3,732 (+3.2%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2010

$3,615 (+3.8%)

$194,100 + $105,400

$299,500

2009

$3,481

$201,000 + $105,400

$306,400

*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

0.36 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,206

Year built

1950

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

137633S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Off Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Dining Room Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Office Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture

Basement Information
Basement: Unfinished

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Window Features: Window(s) - Picture
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Interior Features: Office

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,206
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual
Color: White

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.36
Lot Features: Wooded, Sloped
Road Frontage Type: Public

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,407
Tax Year: 2025

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: 110 Volts

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Location Information
Directions: Past Reagans Way, park on street please.
UnparsedAddress: 79 Dexter, Melrose MA 02176

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,206
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 137633S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: No Washer / Dryer.
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Hoover Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

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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

6 days above 96° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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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

$794,000 – $961,000

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Home values near 79 Dexter

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
58 Dexter Rd, Melrose, MA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2071 Sq. Ft.	$929,767
80 Dexter Rd, Melrose, MA 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 5200 Sq. Ft.	$1,511,381

Address	Redfin Estimate
56 Dexter Rd, Melrose, MA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4745 Sq. Ft.	$2,883,384
95 Dexter Rd, Melrose, MA 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1229 Sq. Ft.	$784,692

Address	Redfin Estimate
60 Dexter Rd, Melrose, MA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1935 Sq. Ft.	$818,858
91 Dexter Rd, Melrose, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1658 Sq. Ft.	$822,728

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