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$999,000

Est. $6,622/mo —

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2,341

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43 Prospect St, Melrose, MA 02176

About this home

Welcome to one of Melrose’s most desirable neighborhoods! Situated along picturesque Prospect Street, this meticulously maintained, move-in-ready 4-bedroom Dutch Colonial offers the perfect blend of timeless charm, modern amenities, and incredible curb appeal! Thoughtfully updated throughout, this home showcases classic architectural details, abundant natural light, and a versatile floor plan designed for today’s lifestyle.The inviting first floor features a spacious living room with a cozy gas fireplace, formal dining room with charming built-in cabinetry, and an enclosed sunroom perfect for a home office, playroom, or relaxing retreat. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and convenient access to the backyard, while a 3/4 bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find four generously sized corner bedrooms, each filled with natural light, along with a full marble bath. The finished walk-out lower level offers incredible additional living space, complete with custom built-ins, a half bath, dedicated laundry area, and workshop space. A walk-up attic provides even more storage and future possibilities. Upgrades include a newer heating system, central AC (2022), freshly painted interiors, and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. Outside, enjoy your own private retreat featuring a fenced-in yard, gorgeous landscaping, and newly completed hardscaping that creates the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining, dining, or simply relaxing. An attached one-car garage with an EV charging station adds everyday convenience. Ideally located just minutes from Cedar Park Commuter Rail, bus service to Oak Grove, the Middlesex Fells Reservation, vibrant downtown Melrose with its shops and restaurants, and easy access to Route 93. A rare opportunity to enjoy classic New England charm, modern comforts, and an unbeatable location. This is truly a commuter’s dream and a home you won’t want to miss!

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

6,290 sq ftLot Size

$427Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Ngoc Anh Goldstein • Leading Edge Real Estate

Listed by • Leading Edge Real Estate

Listing updated: Oct 20, 2026 at 01:51pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73592908

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$6,622 per month

Principal and interest$5,588

Property taxes

$901

HOA dues

Home insurance

$133

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lincoln Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Melrose Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

6/10

Melrose High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Provided by GreatSchools

About Cedar

Park

Cedar Park, located between Wyoming Cemetery and the Melrose Highlands MBTA station, is a residential and commuter-friendly Melrose neighborhood with leafy side streets and a rail-linked rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Melrose Highlands station area and nearby West Wyoming Avenue, where corner markets, coffee counters, and small-service storefronts set a steady weekday pace. Housing reads as classic Greater Boston: wood-frame Colonials, compact Capes, and porch-fronted two-families on gently curving blocks. The cemetery’s stone walls and mature trees give the edges a quiet, historic backdrop. A short walk south, the shops and eateries along Main Street add a more urban note without changing the neighborhood’s calm scale.

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Market insights

43 Prospect St · $999,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 23 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 1% above list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $843,256. (16% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Open floor plan
Recessed lighting
Ceiling fans
Custom-built closets and cabinets
Sunroom
Mudroom
Walk-up attic
Insulated windows
One fireplace in the living room
Full, finished basement with walk-out access and interior entry

Bedrooms
Four bedrooms, all on the second floor

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms and one half bathroom
First-floor bathroom with a shower stall
Second-floor bathroom with a tiled tub
Basement half bathroom

Kitchen
Kitchen island
Range, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Basement laundry with washer hookup and gas dryer hookup

Flooring
Hardwood, tile, stone/ceramic tile, and marble flooring

Heating & cooling
Forced-air and baseboard heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 43 Prospect St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73592908

Oct 20, 2026

Listed

$999,000

$427/sq ft

MLS PIN #73054170

Dec 1, 2022

Sold

$950,000

$406/sq ft

Nov 7, 2022

Contingent

—

Nov 1, 2022

Listed

$879,000

$375/sq ft

Live in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Melrose! This move-in ready 4 bed 2 full bath dutch colonial home is fully equipped with modern amenities, charm , character and major curb appeal! Set along picturesque tree-lined Prospect Street, the first floor offers a flexible floor plan with ample sunlight, updated windows, living room w/ FP, DR w/ built-in, enclosed sunroom ideal for office/playroom, full 3/4 bath & kitchen w/ SS appliance & direct access to the rear yard. The 2nd level offers four corner bedrooms & full bath. Walk-up attic & walk-out basement offers ample storage and room for expansion if desired. Central AC added in 2022, freshly painted throughout and hardwood floors recently refinished. Relax and unwind in the fenced-in yard and patio! One-car attached garage with direct side entrance into the basement. Minutes from the Cedar Park Commuter Stop, bus route to Oak Grove, the Fells, downtown and Rt.93! This is a true COMMUTER'S DREAM!

MLS PIN #71223865

Jun 17, 2011

Sold

$468,000

$200/sq ft

May 11, 2011

Contingent

—

Apr 28, 2011

Listed

$469,900

$201/sq ft

Classic Dutch Colonial in a hidden away part of Melrose yet within walking distance to the Cedar Park train station to Boston. This home has a 100K dream kitchen with all the extras built by local expert craftsman. Features include crown moldings, gumwood woodwork, gas fireplace in living room and large built in window seat. This home has newer roof, windows, ceilings, furnace, hot water, electric panel, blown in insulation and wonderfully rebuilt front porch. Back yard is a delight!

Public Records

Dec 1, 2004

Sold

$480,000

$205/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$10,806 (+20.7%)

$481,300 + $460,800

$942,100

2025

$8,952 (+1.2%)

$455,300 + $448,900

$904,200

2024

$8,850 (+5.5%)

$442,300 + $448,900

$891,200

2023

$8,385 (+5.4%)

$429,300 + $375,400

$804,700

2022

$7,955 (+4.2%)

$390,300 + $362,300

$752,600

2021

$7,634 (−0.9%)

$364,200 + $333,000

$697,200

2020

$7,704 (+12.7%)

$364,200 + $333,000

$697,200

2019

$6,833 (+2.8%)

$325,200 + $306,900

$632,100

2018

$6,646 (+3.3%)

$279,700 + $306,900

$586,600

2017

$6,435 (−0.7%)

$260,200 + $285,100

$545,300

2016

$6,482 (+6.6%)

$260,200 + $265,500

$525,700

2015

$6,083 (+3.3%)

$247,200 + $222,200

$469,400

2014

$5,887 (+2.9%)

$221,100 + $222,200

$443,300

2013

$5,721 (+4.1%)

$221,100 + $218,000

$439,100

2012

$5,496 (+5.5%)

$212,700 + $218,000

$430,700

2011

$5,208 (+4.9%)

$212,700 + $205,300

$418,000

2010

$4,966 (+3.0%)

$212,700 + $198,700

$411,400

2009

$4,821

$225,700 + $198,700

$424,400

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,098 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,737

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,737

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1431531S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

59% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Melrose, MA • 02176

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

83/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

This home receives average direct sun exposure in Melrose. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

7.9 hrs

5.4 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 43 Prospect St

$1,020,110

$21K over list price of $999K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,899 per month, based on comparable rentals

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