17 Forest Street, Melrose, MA 02176
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$699,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
1757 SQFT
0.09 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

3 bdrm Melrose Cape offering a nice blend of classic charm & modern convenience, boasting 1757 Sq.ft. of versatile living space. Deceiving from the outside, be surprised!...as this home has a spacious layout, featuring 8 well-appointed rms designed to accommodate all your needs. Enter through the bright mudroom & step into the updated kitchen... the heart of the home, offering a big island, lots of cabinets, granite countertops & stainless & opening to the adjacent dining area (currently being used a family room), perfect for gatherings & entertaining guests. The primary bdrm & a full bath are also on the 1st level, a bonus for those who may not want stairs. A big living room w/picture window & another rm used as an in-home office round out this level!! Upstairs offers 2 more cozy bdrms & full bath! Outside, enjoy the patio, parking for 4 cars & small yard for entertaining, pets & play. Convenient commute to Boston as the MBTA bus is steps away & Orange Line is nearby. Not a drive by

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Amenities

  • Conservation Area
  • Golf Course
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Laundromat
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • T-Station
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X12
  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Cabinets - Upgraded, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X13
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead, Window(s) - Picture

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 8X7
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Cabinets - Upgraded, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 7X7
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Cabinets - Upgraded, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X12
  • Master Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14X12
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 16X14
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Recessed Lighting

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X13
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Crown Molding, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
  • Laundry Room Features: Bulkhead, Concrete Floor, Full, Unfinished Basement

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric Baseboard, Gas, Hot Air Gravity, Hot Water Baseboard, Other (See Remarks), Unit Control
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Individual, None
  • Electric Info: 100 Amps, Circuit Breakers, Other (See Remarks), Underground
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Dryer, for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Improved Driveway, Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 4

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 1757
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Cape, Historical, Rowhouse
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Fieldstone
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Corner, Level
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Patio
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73352969
  • Last Updated: 04/03/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Contract for Deed, Rent w/Option

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
04/02/2025New$699,900$398MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Leeman & Gately, Compass
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: 2
Facilitator Compensation: 1
Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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