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78 Richardson Rd, Melrose, MA
Melrose · MA 02176
- $1,700,000
- Price
- 4
- Beds
- 2.5
- Baths
- 3942
- Sq. ft.
Overview
Property type:
Single Family
Year built:
Built in 1891
Lot size:
8,573 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot:
$406 / Sq.Ft
Parking:
1 Garage Space
Heating & cooling:
Heat, Mini-Split, Heat Pump, Gas, AC
About this home
Welcome to this magnificent Victorian gem! This home masterfully blends timeless architectural charm with modern amenities, showcasing classic Victorian-era hallmarks. Step into the welcoming foyer featuring a stunning Chelsea tile fireplace, a graceful bridal staircase, and a striking stained-glass window that set the tone for the rest of the home. Pocket doors and oak paneled wainscoting lead to the light filled living room. The dining room is both sophisticated and inviting, with inlaid wood floors, soaring ceilings and expansive windows. The kitchen is perfect for both daily living and entertaining with granite counter tops, custom cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances. The massive sitting area on the 2nd floor leads to 4 generous sized bedrooms offering ample closet space, large windows and wood floors. The versatile 3rd floor can be used as a billiard room, office or an exquisite primary suite, w/a spa-like bath, soaking tub & shower stall. A must see!
Neighborhood & Transit
Melrose Highlands
78 Richardson Rd, 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 0.15 mi
- Haverhill Line
Price Insight
- Days on Market:
- 491 days
- Listing Price:
- $1,599,000
- Price per Sq.Ft:
- $406
- Tax Assessment:
- $1,386,800 in 2025
- Taxes:
- $1,144 / Monthly
Home Facts
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Bathrooms
- 2
- Half Bathrooms
- 1
- Living Area
- 3,942 Sq.Ft
- Kitchen
- Main Floor, Eat-in Kitchen, Stone Countertops, Pantry, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Primary Bedroom
- Floor 2, Closet, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Laundry
- Unknown
- Living levels
- Unknown
- Rooms
- 9
- Above grade area
- 3942
- Flooring
- Wood, Tile, Marble, Engineered Hardwood
- Lead paint
- Unknown
Utilities
- Heating Type
- Ductless Mini-Split System, Air Source Heat Pump, Central Heat, Steam, Gas, Individual
- Heating Zone
- 3
- Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split System, Air Source Heat Pump
- Cooling Zones
- 5
- Water
- City/Town Water
- Sewer
- City/Town Sewer
- Electric Features
- 100 Amps
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 8,573 Sq.Ft
- Lot Description
- Corner Lot, Paved Drive
- Exterior Features
- Stone Wall, Porch, Deck, Patio, Sprinkler System
Parking
- Garage Parking
- 1 Parking Space, Detached
- Off Street Parking
- None, Paved Driveway
Construction Details
- Construction Type
- Frame
- Siding
- Asbestos
- 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
- 18'9X16'4
- Living room features
- Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
- Dining room level
- First Floor
- Dining room dimensions
- 15'11X14'9
- Dining room features
- Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Family room level
- First Floor
- Family room dimensions
- 15'5X15'1
- Family room features
- Fireplace, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
- Kitchen dimensions
- 14'6X12
- Primary bedroom dimensions
- 16'4X14'11
- Bedroom 2 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 2 dimensions
- 13'4X15'1
- Bedroom 2 features
- Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 3 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 3 dimensions
- 14'6X12'5
- Bedroom 3 features
- Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bedroom 4 level
- Second Floor
- Bedroom 4 dimensions
- 14'6X10'8
- Bedroom 4 features
- Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
- Bathroom 1 level
- First Floor
- Bathroom 1 dimensions
- 5'10X3'6
- Bathroom 1 features
- Bathroom - Half
- Bathroom 2 level
- Second Floor
- Bathroom 2 dimensions
- 9'4X7'3
- Bathroom 2 features
- Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Marble
- Bathroom 3 level
- Third Floor
- Bathroom 3 dimensions
- 9'4X15
- Bathroom 3 features
- Bathroom - With Tub & Shower
Listing information
- Listing agent
- Jennifer Duff
- Listing office
- Brad Hutchinson Real Estate
- MLS PIN #
- 73353695
- Disclosure
- Measurements are estimated from floor plans, public records and appraiser, buyers should verify. The 3rd floor family room floors are engineered hard wood. Sellers have not used the irrigation system. The security system has been disconnected and never used.
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