
219 Laurel Street Melrose — Photo 1 of 38
$775,000
219 Laurel Street, Melrose, MA 02176
Melrose, MA 02176 — East Side
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
SqFt
1,407
Style
Single Family
Built
1954
Location is key, and this Classic Colonial-style home is nestled in the heart of a sought-after East Side neighborhood, between the Melrose Common and Mount Hood and providing convenient access to the bus which will take you to the Commuter Rail or the Oak Grove T Station and access to Route One is just up the street. The first floor boasts a front to back living room anchored by a fireplace and the bay window allows the natural light to fill the room. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, ample cabinet space and flows directly into the dining room. Adjacent to the dining room is a sunlit playroom/office with pretty bifold glass doors and great views of the rear yard that abuts Conservation Land and affords wonderful privacy. The second floor includes three right-size bedrooms, an updated full bath with a granite-topped vanity, pretty tiled shower and tub and tiled floor. There is a spacious walk-up attic offering excellent storage or potential for additional living space. A full basement with a hobby room, laundry and access to a mud room which leads to the rear yard. Enjoy direct access via a breezeway to the attached garage, a true convenience in rainy or snowy weather! New high efficiency boiler installed in 2022, oversize to accommodate potential future expansion.
Key facts
It was listed on September 22, 2026. The annual property taxes are $8,991 (2026 tax year). It sits on a 0.19-acre (8,102 sq ft) lot.
Immersive Experience
Open Houses
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Melrose, MA.
Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Water Heater • Range • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl First16 x 12
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access
Dining Room
Lvl First12 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
Lvl First12 x 11
Dining Area, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Breezeway
Family Room
Lvl First11 x 8
Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, French Doors, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second13 x 12
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Bedroom 2
Lvl Second14 x 9
Bedroom 3
Lvl Second12 x 9
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Attic Access, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 1
Lvl First6 x 4
Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 2
Lvl Second8 x 5
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Questions about this home
When was 219 Laurel Street, Melrose listed?
219 Laurel Street, Melrose was listed on September 22, 2026.
Has the price of 219 Laurel Street, Melrose changed?
The price hasn't changed since it was listed at $775,000.
What are the property taxes for 219 Laurel Street, Melrose?
The annual property taxes for 219 Laurel Street, Melrose are $8,991 (2026 tax year).
How big is the lot at 219 Laurel Street, Melrose?
219 Laurel Street, Melrose sits on a 0.19-acre (8,102 sq ft) lot.
What is the status of 219 Laurel Street, Melrose?
219 Laurel Street, Melrose is actively listed for sale.
Population
29,650
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$134K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
32.8%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
ADU Potential
Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 704 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,407 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 8,102 sq ft.
Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.
Listing Agent: Lisa Howitt
Listing Office: Compass
MLS® Number: 73580998









