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25 Ledge Street Melrose — Photo 1 of 42

25 Ledge Street Melrose — Photo 1 of 42

$719,900

25 Ledge Street, Melrose, MA 02176

Melrose, MA 02176 — Horace Mann

Beds

3

Baths

2

SqFt

1,341

Style

Single Family

Built

1923

Set in the Horace Mann neighborhood, this beautiful home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a gracious layout and timeless character. The first floor offers hardwood floors, recessed lighting in the dining and living areas, convenient first-floor laundry, a flexible bonus room, and a partially finished basement with first-floor access to a hideaway game room, plus new central air and a new heating furnace. The outdoor space is ideal for entertaining, with an above-ground pool, landscaped sitting area, firepit patio, and a spacious deck with ample seating. Upstairs, you’ll find great ceiling height, natural woodwork, hardwood floors, and a primary suite with Juliet balcony overlooking the yard. Enjoy convenient access to commuter rail service, the Middlesex Fells Reservation, Pine Banks Park, and downtown Melrose

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$537/sqft
Local Avg (Melrose)$444/sqft
21% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Melrose, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$719,900
Annual Taxes$7,319

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms8
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Vinyl
BasementFull, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Sump Pump

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
Roof--
FoundationBlock, Stone
ZoningURA

Property & Lot

Acres0.11
SqFt Lot4,660.92
Lot FeaturesWooded

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Walk/Jog Trails • Golf • T-Station

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 2
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1
Living Room
Lvl First

10.5 x 18.3

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting

Dining Room
Lvl First

10.2 x 16.4

Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen
Lvl First

9.1 x 14.3

Flooring - Vinyl, Countertops - Upgraded

Master Bedroom
Lvl Second

12.8 x 12.1

Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

10.1 x 12.11

Bedroom 3
Lvl Second

10.2 x 12.11

Closet, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

2.8 x 11.9

Bathroom - With Shower Stall

Bathroom 2
Lvl Second

12.8 x 12.1

Bathroom - Full

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

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '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: 671 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,341 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 4,661 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 Provided By

Listing Agent: Rocky Macdonald

Listing Office: Elite Realty Experts, LLC

MLS® Number: 73550671

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