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Listing broker remarks

Located in the desirable Melrose Highlands, this thoughtfully updated, 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of charm, functionality, and walkable convenience. The sun-filled eat-in kitchen, featuring a large island, gas cooktop, and abundant storage, is ideal for the serious home chef. The sliding door off the dining room opens to a composite deck, perennial gardens, and fenced backyard that is perfect for outdoor dining and play. A stunning new bath showcases a custom vanity, linen tower, and Carrera marble tiled shower with glass enclosure. Three generous bedrooms with ample closets finish the second floor. The walk-up third floor is a flexible space for a fourth bedroom, home office, gym, or a future master suite. Front and back porches, side-by-side parking, ample attic and basement storage, top-rated schools, nearby playgrounds, cafés, yoga, restaurants, and a 7-minute walk to the commuter rail complete this exceptional home.— Coldwell Banker Realty - Andovers/Readings Regional

Key details

  • 1,510 sq ft
  • 3,963 lot sq ft
  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1893 built
  • $546 / sq ft
MLS #
7⁠3⁠5⁠2⁠4⁠0⁠1⁠0⁠
Last updated
Address
3 Franklin Terrace
Town
Melrose, MA
ZIP
02176
Deed (Bk/Pg)
61567 / 410

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Neighborhood: Melrose

National Historic Landmark

Federally designated as nationally significant — the highest U.S. historic recognition. Section 106 review applies to federal undertakings affecting the property.

National Register

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Owners may qualify for the 20% federal Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit on certified rehabilitation work.

State Register

Listed on the Massachusetts State Register of Historic Places.

Local Historic District

Inside a Local Historic District. Exterior changes visible from a public way require approval from the local historic district commission.

Local Landmark

Individually designated by the town as a local landmark. Exterior alterations require commission approval.

MACRIS Inventory

Documented in MACRIS, the state historic inventory. Informational only — no regulatory constraints.

Article 85 (Boston)

Subject to Boston Article 85 demolition-delay review, which can pause demolition of buildings 50+ years old for up to 90 days.