79 Whitman Avenue, Melrose, MA 02176

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79 Whitman Avenue,Melrose, MA 02176
$920,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,998 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
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Listed by: leeman & gately, lorraine gately
Office: compass
MLS#:73584861
Source:MLSPIN

Price summary

  • Price:$920,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$460.46

About this home

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...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1950
  • Subdivision & Development:Eastside/Common
  • Listing ID #:73584861
  • Updated:October 04, 2026 at 09:54 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:9
  • Flooring:Flooring - Vinyl, Hardwood, Tile
  • Dining Description:Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Crown Molding, Hardwood, Overhead, Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen Description:Cabinets - Upgraded, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dishwasher, Disposal, Flooring - Vinyl, Range, Recessed Lighting, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Basement Description:Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Living area:1,998 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating:Baseboard, Oil

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Shingle
  • Year built:1950
  • Building area:1,998 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.15 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Colonial
  • Construction Materials:Frame
  • Exterior Features:Patio
  • Foundation Description:Block

Schools

  • High school:Melrose High
  • Middle school:Melrose Middle
  • Elementary school:Lottery

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$920,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$460.46
  • Tax amount:$8,962 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, In Basement, Washer, Washer Hookup

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:3
  • Parking description:Attached, Off Street, Paved, Paved Drive
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1
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