Under contract

$715,000

126 Fern Rd, Medford, MA 02155

3beds

1,200sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1940

9,503 Square Feet Lot

$722,800 Zestimate^®

$596/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Central airGas heatingHeat pumpCharming brick bungalow cottageUpdated kitchenOpen garageHardwood floors throughout

Located in desirable North Medford on a side street, this charming brick bungalow cottage offers privacy, convenience, and easy access to Boston.This well-maintained home features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and hardwood floors throughout, blending classic character with thoughtful updates. The updated kitchen and bath, newer appliances, central air, heat pump, gas heating, and gas cooking provide modern comfort and efficiency. Situated on a spacious 9,500+ sq ft fenced lot, the property includes a beautifully maintained backyard, open garage, and two off-street parking spaces. Conveniently located near Medford Square, I-93, local shops, restaurants, Wright’s Pond, Middlesex Fells Reservation, and the newly redesigned Carr Park. Excellent opportunity for future expansion potential.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 2

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bedroom 3

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: First

Dining room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Gas Stove
Level: First

Living room

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Sconce
Level: First

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Dining Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,200
Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,200

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street
Garage spaces: 1
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Deck
Exterior features: Deck

Lot

Size: 9,503 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 632568
Zoning: -

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage,Bungalow
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Foundation: Block

Condition

Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Medford

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $596/sqft
Tax assessed value: $709,000
Annual tax amount: $6,118
Date on market: 5/13/2026
Listing terms: Contract

Estimated market value

$722,800

$687,000 - $759,000

$3,504/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/21/2026	Contingent	$715,000$596/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73517849 Report a problem
5/13/2026	Listed for sale	$715,000+50.5%$596/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73517849 Report a problem
1/9/2020	Sold	$475,000-4%$396/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
12/4/2019	Pending sale	$495,000$413/sqft
Source: South Easton - WEICHERT, REALTORS - Briarwood Real Estate #72575665 Report a problem
11/15/2019	Price change	$495,000-1%$413/sqft
Source: South Easton - WEICHERT, REALTORS - Briarwood Real Estate #72575665 Report a problem
10/22/2019	Pending sale	$499,900$417/sqft
Source: South Easton - WEICHERT, REALTORS - Briarwood Real Estate #72575665 Report a problem
10/14/2019	Listed for sale	$499,900$417/sqft
Source: WEICHERT, REALTORS� - Briarwood Real Estate #72575665 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,355	$628,500
2024	$5,355 +2.7%	$628,500 +4.3%
2023	$5,214 +8.5%	$602,800 +13%
2022	$4,807 +2.8%	$533,500 +7.3%
2021	$4,677 +0.2%	$497,000 -2.2%
2020	$4,666 +3.6%	$508,300 +8.3%
2019	$4,506 +6.3%	$469,400 +13.4%
2018	$4,239 +6.6%	$414,000 +9.9%
2017	$3,978 +5%	$376,700 +11.3%
2016	$3,788 -3%	$338,500 +1.4%
2015	$3,905 +2%	$333,800 +6.9%
2014	$3,827 +1.5%	$312,400 +2.5%
2013	$3,769 +1%	$304,900 -1.7%
2012	$3,732 +5.8%	$310,200 +2.1%
2011	$3,526 -9.4%	$303,700 -14.3%
2010	$3,891 -1.6%	$354,400 -9.7%
2009	$3,954 +4.7%	$392,300 -5.3%
2008	$3,778 -2.6%	$414,200 -5%
2007	$3,878 +8.8%	$436,200 +11.5%
2006	$3,563 +7.8%	$391,100 +11.6%
2005	$3,304 +6.3%	$350,400 +6.9%
2004	$3,108 +0.1%	$327,900 +40.2%
2003	$3,106 +3.3%	$233,900
2002	$3,006 +20.1%	$233,900 +48.8%
2000	$2,503 +2.8%	$157,200
1999	$2,435	$157,200

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