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$920,000
Monthly Est:$4,579
4 Beds
- 2 Baths
2 full baths
1,998sqft
79 Whitman Ave, Melrose, MA 02176
$920,000
$4,579/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
$-- HOA
0.15 acre lot
$460/sq.ft
Description
Nestled on a desirable, tree-lined street on the Eastside, this charming 9-room, 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home on Whitman Avenue offers classic character, thoughtful updates, and an exceptional location. Deceptive from the outside, the home surprises with a spacious, welcoming interior featuring freshly painted rooms, beautiful dark-stained floors, crown molding, built-ins, and other period details.The bright, updated kitchen features white cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, while both full baths have been thoughtfully updated too. The dining room opens to a spacious family room overlooking the backyard, with lush greenery creating a peaceful backdrop and a comfortable living room with fireplace provides an inviting space to relax or entertain. A beautiful bath w/walk-in shower rounds out the 1st fl! Upstairs are four nicely sized bedrooms and a full stylish bath. The lower level offers valuable flexible space with new vinyl flooring and fresh paint—perfect for a home office, playroom, gym, or hobby area. Outside, enjoy a lovely yard with patio space and plenty of room for gardening, play, and fun cookouts. Sidewalks lead from your front door to the Common, nearby MBTA bus stops, schools, and Melrose Square, with its restaurants, cafés, brewery, YMCA, shopping, and everyday conveniences. Oak Grove & Rts. 1 & 93 are also nearby, making commuting to Boston and points north easy and convenient Charming, versatile, updated, and move-in ready, this sweet home offers the best of neighborhood living with everything you need just minutes away...Just unpack & be home sweet home for the holidays!!
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 4, 2026 at 5:23 pm
- Listing Provided by: Leeman & Gately (781) 307-1243 | Compass (617) 206-3333
- Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73584861

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
--
Year Built
1950
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
1,998 sqft
Lot Size
0.15 acre lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
MLS Property Information Network
MLS Number
73584861
MLS Status
Active
Days on Market
3

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Play Room
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring Vinyl
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Exterior Features
Patio
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Home type
Single Family Residence
Foundation Details
Block
Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Architectural Style
Colonial
Utilities & Energy
Utilities
For Electric Range, Washer Hookup
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Basement
Partially Finished, Walk Out Access
Parking Features
Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Laundry Features
In Basement, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Water Source
Public
Other Features
Subdivision Name
Eastside/common
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T Station, Sidewalks
Disclosures
Garage & Main Roof Replaced Approx 2022. Fireplace Has Not Been Used For Several Years. 2 Bdrns & The Lower Level Playroom Are Virtually Staged & The Grass Outside Has Been Virtually Enhanced . Washer And Dryer Being Left As Gifts. Basement Playroom Is Unheated
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
09/30/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $920,000 $460/sqft |
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