For Sale
68 W Hill Ave, Melrose, MA
Melrose · MA 02176
- $2,700,000
- Price
- 5
- Beds
- 5.5
- Baths
- 8530
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 2010
Lot size:
0.71 Acre Lot
Price per square foot:
$317 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
2 Garage Spaces · 8 Off Street Spaces
Heating & cooling:
Heat, Oil, AC
About this home
A truly exceptional residence unlike anything else in Melrose. Privately tucked away in one of the city’s most desirable settings, 68 W Hill Ave is an extraordinary custom-built estate offering over 8,500 square feet of meticulously designed living space. Built in 2010, this remarkable home showcases an exceptional level of craftsmanship, architectural detail, luxury finishes, and resort-inspired amenities rarely found in one property. From the moment of arrival, the quality and scale are unmistakable. Impressive stonework, custom millwork, soaring ceilings, refined architectural details, and an abundance of natural light create an atmosphere that is both grand and inviting. The spectacular gourmet kitchen is designed to be the heart of the home, featuring high-end appliances, an exceptional butler’s pantry and a dedicated pizza oven-ideal for everything from intimate family meals to sophisticated entertaining. The elegant living room is anchored by a stately fireplace, while beautifully detailed coffered ceilings and custom finishes add character and distinction throughout. The home offers five generously proportioned bedrooms designed with comfort and privacy in mind. A versatile bonus room provides additional space for a private home office, playroom, studio, or craft room.The expansive lower level takes the entertainment and lifestyle experience to another level, featuring hardwood floors, a custom-built bar, home gym, and full bath with a steam shower. Whether hosting guests, enjoying movie night, pursuing wellness, or simply unwinding, this exceptional space offers endless possibilities. Beyond the interiors, a spectacular private outdoor retreat awaits. The beautifully appointed grounds feature a heated saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen, dedicated dining area, spacious patio, welcoming porch, and fire pit-creating an extraordinary setting for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying every season. The combination of privacy, thoughtful landscaping, and resort-style amenities creates a truly exceptional outdoor living experience. The location further enhances the appeal, with convenient access to the Melrose Highlands commuter rail, schools, and the scenic trails of the Middlesex Fells Reservation.68 W Hill Ave is more than a luxury home-it is a distinctive lifestyle property thoughtfully designed for exceptional living and entertaining. With its extraordinary scale, craftsmanship, privacy, and resort-style amenities, this is a rare opportunity in Melrose.
Neighborhood & Transit
Melrose Highlands
68 W Hill Ave, Melrose · MA 02176
Nearby transit
Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.
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Melrose Highlands Commuter Rail 1 route 0.46 mi
- Haverhill Line
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 40 days
- Listing Price:
- $2,700,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $317
- Tax Assessment:
- $2,211,000 in 2026
- Taxes:
- $2,155 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Bathrooms
- 5
- Half Bathrooms
- 1
- Living Area
- 8,530 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
- Kitchen
- Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Upgraded Cabinets, Pot Filler Faucet, Second Dishwasher, Wine Chiller, Kitchen Island, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Dishwasher, Range, Vent Hood, Wall Oven, Garbage Disposal, Garbage Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Primary Bedroom
- Main Floor, Dressing Room, Full Bathroom, Custom Built Closet/Cabinets, Walk-in Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Crown Molding, En-suite bathroom
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 12
- Above grade area
- 6086
- Flooring
- Unknown
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Oil, Unit Control
- Heating Zone
- Unknown
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Cooling Zones
- Unknown
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- City/Town Sewer
- Electric Features
- Circuit Breakers
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 30,916 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Other (See Remarks)
- Exterior Features
- Pool - Inground Heated, Stone Wall, Deck - Composite, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Pool - Inground, Hot Tub/Spa, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces, Attached
- Off Street Parking
- 8 Parking Spaces, Off-Street
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Frame
- Siding
- Clapboard, Stone, Fiber Cement Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
Green Features
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Unknown
- Solar Panels
- Unknown
- Green Certified
- Unknown
- Insulation Features
- Unknown
- Energy Features
- Unknown
Room details
- Living room level
- First Floor
- Living room dimensions
- 26X19
- Living room features
- Fireplace, Ceiling - Coffered, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
- Dining room level
- First Floor
- Dining room dimensions
- 19X11
- Dining room features
- Fireplace, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding
- Kitchen dimensions
- 19X19
- Primary bedroom dimensions
- 16X13
- Bedroom 2 level
- First Floor
- Bedroom 2 dimensions
- 12X11
- Bedroom 2 features
- Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 3 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 3 dimensions
- 20X11
- Bedroom 3 features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 4 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 4 dimensions
- 16X13
- Bedroom 4 features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 5 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 5 dimensions
- 13X12
- Bedroom 5 features
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bathroom 1 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 2 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 3 level
- First Floor
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Karen Regan
- Listing office
- Lyv Realty
- MLS PIN #
- 73582761
- Disclosure
- property straddles Melrose and Wakefield. Taxes and lot sizes shown are combined. Please see highlight sheet for more amazing details about this property.Some photos have been digitally enhanced. All measurements for marketing purposes and should be verified by buyer. Hot tub needs repair.