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Sold for $1,025,000 on 08/15/25
  • $1,025,000

    83 Essex St, Melrose, MA 02176

    3beds
    1,985sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1830
    5,563 Square Feet Lot
    $1,025,100 Zestimate®
    $516/sqft
    $4,468 Estimated rent

    What's special

    A rare gem located in the heart of downtown Melrose where every culinary palette can be satisfied, this sophisticated residence will appeal to your senses with traditional architecture and a contemporary flair. Outside, flowering trees and evergreens ensure year-round privacy while inside open living space calls for dinner parties where guests can flow from the dining room to the cozy fireplace living area adjoined by an enclosed porch that wraps around the south side of the home with a Cape Cod vibe and kick-off your shoes feel. The heart of the home kitchen features an island for cooking and casual dining with access to a deck and sanctuary of a back yard with a shed, patio & garden nooks.The crown jewel of the home is a luxurious full bath with soaking tub, tiled shower and floating double sink vanity to prepare for the day. Bonus features include a one car garage below, a surprising amount of storage & a walk-up attic with expansion potential-all ready for the next chapter-are you?

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 10:51am

    Listed by:

    Alison Socha Group,

    Leading Edge Real Estate,

    Deborah Chandler

    Bought with:

    Tyler Richards

    Realty ONE Group Nest

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73390731

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 140
    • Dimensions: 14 x 10
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 165
    • Dimensions: 15 x 11
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 96
    • Dimensions: 12 x 8
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Second
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: No
    Bathroom 1
    • Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Laminate
    • Level: First
    • Area: 16
    • Dimensions: 4 x 4
    Bathroom 2
    • Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Double Vanity, Soaking Tub
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 192
    • Dimensions: 16 x 12
    Dining room
    • Features: Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 168
    • Dimensions: 14 x 12
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 182
    • Dimensions: 14 x 13
    Kitchen
    • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Laminate, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup
    • Level: First
    • Area: 256
    • Dimensions: 16 x 16
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
    • Level: First
    • Area: 224
    • Dimensions: 16 x 14
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Sun Room, Foyer, Walk-up Attic
    • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Flooring - Wood
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Garage Access,Concrete
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,985
    • Total interior livable area: 1,985 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,985

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Attached, Under, Paved Drive, Off Street
    • Attached garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood
    • Exterior features: Porch - Enclosed, Deck - Wood, Sprinkler System, Fenced Yard
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 5,563 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: M:0C8 P:006970,654275
    • Zoning: URD

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1830

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station
    Location
    • Region: Melrose

    Other

    Other facts
    • Road surface type: Paved
    Services availability
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    Estimated market value

    $1,025,100