Phenomenal location for this well-appointed Colonial bathed in natural sunlight. Sited within Sewall Woods in the Highlands, this home offers unparalleled privacy, gorgeous yard and lovely flow, making this a fabulous home for gatherings. The kitchen boasts a dining peninsula, stainless appliances, granite, & custom cabinetry, while the adjoining morning room could morph into a sitting room and features a bay window and period moldings. The living room is centered by the fireplace and the dining room is adorned by a chair rail and wainscoting, the rooms offering an open concept. The sunporch, illuminated by a ribbon of windows and providing a beautiful wooded view, is a perfect place to relax morning or evening as you chart the changing seasons. Three generous bedrooms and renovated full bath on the 2nd. The yard oasis offers room for play, respite and fun, from the deck to the bridge connecting the spaces. Walk to train, downtown, Fells and shops. This is an easy choice to make home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
4,971 sq ftLot Size
$534Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Alison Socha Group• RE/MAX Leading Edge
Bought with Sherri Quist• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Brookline
Home is set on a hill. The backyard is very steep. There is a small front and backyard. There is no driveway or garage. Home is spacious and well maintained. There is some ledge in the basement. Decent sized bedrooms.
10 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
In the heart of the premiere Sewall Woods neighborhood sits a professionally designed 8-RM, 3-BR Col. with a state-of-the-art granite and stainless steel applianced kitchen, formal dining room, welcoming fireplaced living room and extended sunroom with ribbon of windows affording views of the city. Every square inch is nearly perfect and stunning. Note stone walk, custom light fixtures, new and restored HW flrs, beautiful fixtures in bath and kit and low maintenance yd. Walk to train.
Public Records
Oct 18, 2000
Sold
$314,500
$161/sq ft
MLS PIN #30431275
Oct 18, 2000
Sold
$310,500
$159/sq ft
Aug 18, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Jul 23, 2000
Listed
$319,900
$163/sq ft
CUSTOM BUILT COL IN HIGHLY DES. HIGHLANDS NEIGHBORHOOD OFFERS GREAT SPACE! UPDATED KIT. FP LR. EXCEPTIONAL HEATED PORCH. HW FLOORS UNDER CARPET. HILLTOP HOUSE AFFORDS VIEWS OF BOSTON WHEN FOLLIAGE FALLS. OVERLOOKS SEWALL WOODS.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,117 (+4.2%)
$445,400 + $374,500
$819,900
2024
$7,792 (+1.0%)
$418,400 + $366,300
$784,700
2023
$7,716 (+0.2%)
$404,900 + $335,600
$740,500
2022
$7,697 (+3.3%)
$404,900 + $323,300
$728,200
2021
$7,450 (+5.3%)
$377,900 + $302,500
$680,400
2020
$7,072 (+11.0%)
$337,400 + $302,600
$640,000
2019
$6,374 (+0.2%)
$311,700 + $277,900
$589,600
2018
$6,360 (+3.4%)
$283,400 + $277,900
$561,300
2017
$6,149 (−5.5%)
$269,900 + $251,200
$521,100
2016
$6,507 (+5.5%)
$263,200 + $264,500
$527,700
2015
$6,170 (+3.5%)
$236,200 + $239,900
$476,100
2014
$5,964 (+3.0%)
$209,200 + $239,900
$449,100
2013
$5,789 (+3.0%)
$209,200 + $235,100
$444,300
2012
$5,623 (+2.4%)
$209,200 + $231,500
$440,700
2011
$5,491 (+3.5%)
$209,200 + $231,500
$440,700
2010
$5,304 (+3.1%)
$214,600 + $224,800
$439,400
2009
$5,145
$228,100 + $224,800
$452,900
Tax history for 9 Upland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,117 (+4.2%)
$445,400 + $374,500
$819,900
2024
$7,792 (+1.0%)
$418,400 + $366,300
$784,700
2023
$7,716 (+0.2%)
$404,900 + $335,600
$740,500
2022
$7,697 (+3.3%)
$404,900 + $323,300
$728,200
2021
$7,450 (+5.3%)
$377,900 + $302,500
$680,400
2020
$7,072 (+11.0%)
$337,400 + $302,600
$640,000
2019
$6,374 (+0.2%)
$311,700 + $277,900
$589,600
2018
$6,360 (+3.4%)
$283,400 + $277,900
$561,300
2017
$6,149 (−5.5%)
$269,900 + $251,200
$521,100
2016
$6,507 (+5.5%)
$263,200 + $264,500
$527,700
2015
$6,170 (+3.5%)
$236,200 + $239,900
$476,100
2014
$5,964 (+3.0%)
$209,200 + $239,900
$449,100
2013
$5,789 (+3.0%)
$209,200 + $235,100
$444,300
2012
$5,623 (+2.4%)
$209,200 + $231,500
$440,700
2011
$5,491 (+3.5%)
$209,200 + $231,500
$440,700
2010
$5,304 (+3.1%)
$214,600 + $224,800
$439,400
2009
$5,145
$228,100 + $224,800
$452,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Exterior Features: Deck, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Stone Wall
Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,507
Tax Year: 2017
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Oil
Location
Location Information
Directions: Vinton or Sewall Woods Road to Upland
UnparsedAddress: 9 Upland Road, Melrose MA 02176
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Conservation Area, Highway Access, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,957
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 4,971 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1613080S
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 23, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exclusions: See Inclusion/Exclusion Sheet.
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Melrose Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Melrose High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.1mi
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 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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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
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
4.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$993,000 – $1.20M
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