Nestled on one of Melrose’s most desirable tree-lined streets, this spacious 4-bdrm +, 3-bath split Cape on Garfield Rd offers big space in a serene beautiful neighborhood! Love the expansive, sun-filled LR featuring a fireplace & views of the front & back yard & the generous DR connects to a spacious kitchen w/a slider leading to a big deck & nice flat yard—perfect for entertaining, play or relaxing outdoors.The layout offers 2 bdrms on the main level & 2 additional bdrms on the 3rd, providing excellent separation of space. The 1st level includes a large FRM/Rec RM w/another FP, Office & Full BA, making it an excellent setup for extended family or potential in-law suite. 2-car garage w/direct entry, plus an additional detached rear garage ideal for storage/workshop. Tucked away yet close to everything...less than a mile from the MBTA Commuter rail & just a block from the Orange Line bus, & moments from bustling Melrose Square, restuarants, shopping, The Common & major rts!
Sold for $1,255,000
$1,255,000
26 Garfield Rd, Melrose, MA 02176
4beds
3,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
8,799 Square Feet Lot
$1,253,400 Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$6,111 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,253,400
$1.18M - $1.34M
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Listed by:
Leeman & Gately 781-307-1243,
Compass 617-206-3333
Bought with:
Christopher Duprey
Keller Williams Realty-Merrimack
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73509872
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Third
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Bathroom 3
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Family room
- Features: Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan
- Level: First
- Area: 837
- Dimensions: 31 x 27
Kitchen
- Features: Closet, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Peninsula
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Crown Molding
- Level: Main,Second
- Area: 460
- Dimensions: 23 x 20
Office
- Features: Bathroom - Full, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
- Level: First
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Walk-in Storage
Features
- Bathroom - Full, Lighting - Overhead, Office
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Finished,Walk-Out Access,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,600
- Total interior livable area: 3,600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Paved Drive, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Professional Landscaping
Lot
- Size: 8,799 sqft
- Features: Level, Other
Details
- Parcel number: M:0E9 P:0000082,656117
- Zoning: URA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape,Split Entry
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Melrose
- Subdivision: Bellevue CC
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Sold | $1,255,000+15.2%$349/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509872 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,089,000$303/sqft |
Source: MLS PIN #73509872 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,262 -0.3% | $935,600 |
| 2024 | $9,291 +7% | $935,600 +12.3% |
| 2023 | $8,683 +3.9% | $833,300 +5.4% |
| 2022 | $8,358 +5.4% | $790,700 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $7,932 -0.9% | $724,400 |
| 2020 | $8,005 +9.3% | $724,400 +6.9% |
| 2019 | $7,326 +2.5% | $677,700 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $7,147 +3.1% | $630,800 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $6,935 +0% | $587,700 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $6,932 -0.6% | $562,200 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $6,972 +0.2% | $538,000 +2.7% |
| 2014 | $6,957 +2.9% | $523,900 +1% |
| 2013 | $6,760 +1% | $518,800 -1.1% |
| 2012 | $6,696 +2.4% | $524,800 |
| 2011 | $6,539 +4% | $524,800 +0.7% |
| 2010 | $6,287 +6.3% | $520,900 |
| 2009 | $5,917 +6% | $520,900 -2.6% |
| 2008 | $5,580 +2.4% | $535,000 -3.5% |
| 2007 | $5,450 +2.1% | $554,400 |
| 2006 | $5,339 +3.8% | $554,400 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $5,146 -0.5% | $528,300 +17.7% |
| 2004 | $5,170 +3.4% | $448,800 +10% |
| 2003 | $4,998 +2.6% | $408,000 +9% |
| 2002 | $4,870 +4.3% | $374,300 +12.5% |
| 2000 | $4,668 -6.3% | $332,700 +5% |
| 1999 | $4,982 | $316,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Side
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Winthrop Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Melrose High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lottery
- Middle: Melrose
- High: Melrose
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Massachusetts
- Middlesex County
- Melrose
- 02176
- East Side
- 26 Garfield Rd
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