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496 Swains Pond Ave, Melrose, MA, 02176

$989,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

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4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,063 SqFt
$479/SqFt
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496 Swains Pond Ave, Melrose$989,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage1 space
Year Built1930
HeatingHot Water, Natural Gas
CoolingDuctless
BasementYes
MLS #73238548
Lot Size0.15 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)

About 496 Swains Pond Ave

Stylish & spacious Colonial tucked into a picturesque neighborhood within walking distance to schools and the common! Beautiful period details combined with modern amenities and renovations! This is the single-family home you've been waiting for! The top floor living area features four corner bedrooms, a full bath, and access to the spacious walk-up attic. Main floor features a lovely entrance way connected to a large LR and DR with a sunny office space! Perfectly setup for entertaining! The backside of the main floor has a beautifully renovated kitchen with island, new appliances and a full bath! Enclosed porch opens up to a beautiful deck looking out at the peaceful backyard. Extra 430sqft of finished basement with living room and full bath. Meticulously maintained landscaping and a large, detached garage make this a wonderful purchase! Too much to list, come take a look!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Living Area: 2,063 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Gateway Real Estate Group, Inc.
  • Listing Agent: Paul Richards

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood, Tile
  • Interior: Walk-up Attic

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Paved Drive, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Level
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ductless

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: between Grove and Staples

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $989,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $479/SqFt

Agent Commission:

  • Buyer's Agent Commission: 2

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $7,474
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Melrose, MA

City

Med. Sold Price

$850K

Med. Price/SqFt

$448

Avg. Days On Market

13

# of Sold Homes

11

496 Swains Pond Ave vs Melrose

16 DAYS ON ROCKET

+3 Days

$989,000

+$139K More

$479/SqFt

+$31 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $139K more than the Median Sold Price and $31/SqFt more than other homes in Melrose, MA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • MLS Number: #73238548

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Gateway Real Estate Group, Inc.
  • Listing Agent: Paul Richards

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 26, 2011Home Sold
$440,000
Jul 07, 1992Home Sold
$182,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$7,474$682,600
2020$7,086$641,300
2019$6,412$593,200
2018$6,394$564,300
2017$6,280$532,200

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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9
/10

  • Winthrop

  • 162 1st St

  • 0.22 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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7
/10

  • Herbert Clark Hoover

  • 37 Glendower Rd

  • 0.39 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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9
/10

  • Horace Mann

  • 40 Damon Ave

  • 1.03 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $126,302. The majority of Melrose, MA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Most families are married, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 496 Swains Pond Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 496 Swains Pond Ave property is $989,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 496 Swains Pond Ave is a house located in Melrose, Massachusetts, 02176.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 496 Swains Pond Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,474 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 26, 2011 for $440,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 496 Swains Pond Ave has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 496 Swains Pond Ave is 2,063 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 496 Swains Pond Ave is 1930.

Rocket Homes›Massachusetts›Middlesex County›Melrose›02176›496 Swains Pond Ave

This home is located at 496 Swains Pond Ave in Melrose, MA and zip code 02176. This 2,063 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 15, 2024 and is currently priced at $989,000.

While more than 7 listings in Melrose, MA in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 0 listings sold at asking price, and more than 4 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Melrose, MA increased by 35% between March 2024 and April 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 13 days, the median list price was $850,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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